Linear molecular geometry

In chemistry, the Linear molecular geometry describes the arrangement of three or more atoms placed at an expected bond angle of 180°. Linear organic molecules, e.g. acetylene, are often described by invoking sp orbital hybridization for the carbon centers. Many linear molecules exist, prominent examples include CO₂, HCN, and xenon difluoride. Linear anions include N₃⁻ and SCN⁻. Linear cations include NO₂⁺.^[1]

See also

• AXE method
• Molecular geometry

References

1. ^ Greenwood, N. N.; & Earnshaw, A. (1997). Chemistry of the Elements (2nd Edn.), Oxford:Butterworth-Heinemann. ISBN 0-7506-3365-4.

External links

• Chem| Chemistry, Structures, and 3D Molecules
• Indiana University Molecular Structure Center
• Point Group Symmetry| Point Group Symmetry Interactive Examples
• Molecular Modeling
• Animated Trigonal Planar Visual