Atom X in a molecule has tetrahedral electron geometry but a bent molecular geometry.Which of the following describes the identity of atom X? A) Atom X is the oxygen in a molecule of H₂O. B) Atom X is the nitrogen in a molecule of NH₃. C) Atom X is the hydrogen in a molecule of CH₄. D) Atom X is the carbon in a molecule of CH₄. E) Atom X could be any of these atoms.

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Atom X is described as having a tetrahedral electron geometry but a bent molecular geometry, which is characteristic of the oxygen atom in water (H2O). The other options do not fit this description.

Atom X in a Molecule Has Tetrahedral Electron Geometry but a Bent