According to VSEPR theory, in which species do all the atoms lie in the same plane? 1. CH3^+ 2. CH3^- | Chemical Bonding — Chem-Mantra | Chem-Mantra

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According to VSEPR theory, in which species do all the atoms lie in the same plane? 1. CH3^+ 2. CH3^-

Answer: A

💡 Solution & Explanation

CH3^+ is sp^2 hybridized (Trigonal planar). CH3^- is sp^3 hybridized (Trigonal pyramidal).

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