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In which of the following molecules are all the bonds not equal?

  1. A
  2. B
  3. C
  4. D

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exhibits hybridization with 3 bond pairs and 2 lone pairs. According to VSEPR theory, it adopts a distorted T-shape. The axial bonds experience stronger repulsions from the equatorial lone pairs and become longer and weaker than the equatorial bonds. Thus, not all bonds are equal.

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In which of the following molecules are all the bonds not equal?
A
B
C
D

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