Give the number of lone pairs around the central atom and the geometry of the ion NO₂^-. A) 0 lone pairs, linear B) 1 lone pair, bent C) 2 lone pair, bent D) 3 lone pairs, bent E) 3 lone pairs, linear

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The NO₂⁻ ion has one lone pair on the nitrogen atom, resulting in a bent geometry due to the repulsion between the lone pair and the bonding pairs.

Give the Number of Lone Pairs Around the Central Atom