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In the anion HCOO^(-) , the two carbon-o...

In the anion `HCOO^(-)` , the two carbon-oxygen bonds are found to be of equal length. What is the reason for it ?

A

The `C=O` bond is weaker than the `C-O` bond.

B

The anion `HCOO^(-)` has two resonating structures.

C

The electronic orbitals of carbon atom are hybridized.

D

The anion is obtained by removal of proton from the acid molecule.

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