Which of the following statements is not true about the carbonate anion, CO₃²⁻? A) All of the oxygen atoms bear the same amount of charge B) All of the carbon-oxygen bonds are the same length C) The carbon atom bears the negative charge D) It is basic

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The carbonate anion (CO3^2-) has a structure where the negative charge is delocalized over the three oxygen atoms, not localized on the carbon atom. This delocalization contributes to the resonance stabilization of the anion.

Which of the Following Statements Is Not True About the Carbonate