Which of the following pairs of chemical species are isostructural (possess the exact same molecular — Chemical Bonding Chemistry Question

💡 Solution & Explanation

A: Both $I_3^-$ and $XeF_2$ are $sp^3d$ hybridized with 3 lone pairs in equatorial positions, making them Linear. C: Both $CO_3^{2-}$ and $NO_3^-$ are $sp^2$ hybridized with 0 lone pairs, making them Trigonal Planar. B is incorrect (Pyramidal vs Planar). D is incorrect (See-saw vs Square Planar).