Shapes of structural diagrams-help

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The discussion centers on determining the molecular shapes of four specific compounds: SeO3, HClO2, NO2^-, and ClF5. Participants are encouraged to draw the structures and describe their shapes to identify the correct names based on VSEPR theory. Resources are provided for standard shape names, suggesting that if participants struggle with identifying the shapes, they can describe their observations for further assistance. The focus remains on accurately identifying molecular geometries and clarifying any misconceptions in the process.
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What would be the shapes of these molecules? I drew them out but I couldn't still figure out the exact shape names

a. SeO_{3}<br /> <br /> b. HClO_{2}<br /> <br /> c. NO_{2}^{-}<br /> <br /> d.ClF_{5}
 
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