Linear molecular shape
A linear molecular shape would be described as all the atoms lying in a straight line. A
linear molecule is generally composed of 2 or three atoms. A linear molecule composed of three
atoms would be described as having a bond angle of 180o.
Carbon dioxide (CO2) is characterized by linear molecular shape. It is composed of one carbon and two oxygens
lying in a straight line.
| Molecular model of carbon dioxide
| Animated model of carbon dioxide
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| Structural formula of carbon dioxide
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and Dr. David Camp
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