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In a tetrahedral the four atoms bound to the central atom are as far apart as possible. The bond angles in a tetrahedral are each 109.5o.

Carbon tetraiodide (CI4) is characterized by tetrahedral molecular shape. It is composed of one carbon and four iodine atoms.



Molecular model of carbon tetraiodide


Structural formula of carbon tetraiodide


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