What is the molecular geometry of the carbon in dichloromethane (CH₂Cl₂)? A) linear B) bent C) trigonal planar D) trigonal pyramidal E) tetrahedral

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The carbon atom in dichloromethane (CH2Cl2) is bonded to two hydrogen atoms and two chlorine atoms, making a total of four bonds. According to the VSEPR theory, this results in a tetrahedral molecular geometry.

What Is the Molecular Geometry of the Carbon in Dichloromethane