Compare the carbonoxygen bond lengths in the formate ion (HCO 2 ), in methanol (CH 3

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Compare the carbon–oxygen bond lengths in the formate ion (HCO2), in methanol (CH3OH), and in the carbonate ion (CO32−). In which species is the carbon–oxygen bond predicted to be longest? In which is it predicted to be shortest? Explain briefly.

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Chemistry And Chemical Reactivity

ISBN: 9780357001172

10th Edition

Authors: John C. Kotz, Paul M. Treichel, John Townsend, David Treichel

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