Chemistrymedium · Past Paper
The geometry of the ethyne (C2H2) molecule is:
ATetrahedral
BTrigonal planar
CLinear
DBent
✓ Correct Answer: C — Linear
The carbon atoms in ethyne are sp hybridized, leading to a bond angle of 180 degrees and a linear shape.
Share this question
More from Chemistry
- Identify the type of reaction: $AgNO_3(aq) + NaCl(aq) \rightarrow AgCl(s) + NaNO_3(aq)$.
- Which isotope of carbon is used in radiocarbon dating to determine the age of fossils?
- Which element has the symbol 'Hg'?
- Which element is used in the filament of a light bulb?
- What is the bond angle in a methane molecule?