The electron domain and molecular geometry of BrO₂^- is __________. A)tetrahedral, trigonal planar B)trigonal planar, trigonal planar C)trigonal pyramidal, linear D)tetrahedral, bent E)trigonal pyramidal, seesaw

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The molecule has 5 electron domains (4 single bonds and 1 lone pair), indicating a tetrahedral electron domain geometry. However, the presence of a lone pair causes distortion from a perfect tetrahedron, resulting in a bent molecular geometry. The correct answer is D, tetrahedral electron domain and bent molecular geometry.

The Electron Domain and Molecular Geometry of BrO2- Is __________

The Electron Domain and Molecular Geometry of BrO₂^- Is __________