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Question

The correct statement about the geometries of $BH_2^+$ and $NH_2^+$ , based on valence shell electron pair repulsion (VSEPR) theory is

A

both $BH_2^+$ and $NH_2^+$ are trigonal planar

B

$BH_2^+$ is lincar and $NH_2^+$ is trigonal planar

C

$BH_2^+$ is trigonal planar and $NH_2^+$ is linear

D

both $BH_2^+$ and $NH_2^+$ are linear

Answer

$BH_2^+$ is lincar and $NH_2^+$ is trigonal planar

Explanation

Solution

The correct option is (B): $BH_2^+$ is lincar and $NH_2^+$ is trigonal planar