Question

1. what shape is the following: (0.5 points) *

so₂
○ linear
○ bent
○ trigonal pyramidal
○ trigonal planar
○ tetrahedral

1. what is the bond angle of dihydrogen monoxide? (0.5 points) *

○ 109.5
○ 107.8
○ 104.5
○ 120
○ 180

Explanation:

Step1: Determine shape of SO₂

Sulfur in SO₂ has 3 electron domains (2 bonding, 1 lone pair), leading to bent molecular geometry.

Step2: Find bond angle of H₂O

Dihydrogen monoxide is H₂O. Oxygen has 4 electron domains (2 bonding, 2 lone pairs); lone pair repulsion reduces angle to ~104.5°.

Answer:

Bent
104.5