Select the correct molecular structure for PO₄^3-. A) square planar B) octahedral C) pyramidal D) tetrahedral E) none of these

Name: Select the correct molecular structure for PO 4 3- . A) square planar B) octahedral C) pyramidal D) tetrahedral E) none of these
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The phosphate ion (PO₄³⁻) has a tetrahedral molecular geometry due to the four oxygen atoms symmetrically surrounding the central phosphorus atom, with sp³ hybridization.

Select the Correct Molecular Structure for PO43-

Select the Correct Molecular Structure for PO₄^3-