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The linear shape of CO(2) is due to :...

The linear shape of `CO_(2)` is due to :

A

tetravalency of carbon

B

sp hybridisation of carbon

C

`p pi -p pi` bonding between carbon and oxygen

D

catenation property of carbon

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