AIIMS2000Chemistry-Molecular Geometry

AIIMS 2000 Chemistry VSEPR Theory MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 11

Which of the following have nonlinear structure?

A

Ag(NH₃)₂⁺

B

HgCl₂

C

SnCl₂

D

BeCl₂

Correct Answer

Option C

Detailed Explanation

SnCl₂ has a bent shape due to the presence of a lone pair on the Sn atom, making it nonlinear.

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