Give the approximate bond angle for a molecule with a trigonal planar shape.
A) 109.5°
B) 180°
C) 120°
D) 105°
E) 90°

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A molecule with a trigonal planar shape has three bonding pairs and no lone pairs of electrons, resulting in a bond angle of approximately 120°. Therefore, the best choice is C, which corresponds to 120°. Choices A, B, and D represent bond angles for other molecular geometries. Choice E represents a bond angle for a linear geometry.

Give the Approximate Bond Angle for a Molecule with a Trigonal