Q. The actual geometry of ${NO}_{2}^{-}$ is
A) Planar
B) Linear
C) V-shape
D) Tetrahedral
Explanation
(c)
${NO}_{2}^{-}$ has $sp^{2}$ hybridisation. Its expected geometry is trigonal planar but actual geometry is V-shape due to presence of lone pair of electrons.
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