Question

4. The two molecules below each contain multiple central atoms. Determine the electron geometry, molecular geometry and how many electron pairs around each central atom: a) C2Cl2 (Carbons are central atoms) b) S2Cl2 (Sulfurs are central atoms) c)CH3OH (Carbon and Oxygen are central atoms); d)H3COCH3 (Carbons and Oxygen are central atoms);

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