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Is ammonia linear

Updated: 1/4/2024
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NO!! It is described as 'Pyramidal'.

The three hydrogen atoms form the three base corners of a pyramid, and the nitrogen forms the 'peak' of the pyramid. The 'lone pair' of electrons lie on the top of the nitrogen.

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No. Ammonia has a trigonal pyramidal geometry.

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