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Although both `CO_(2)` and `H_(2)O` are triatomic molecules, the shape of `H_(2)O` molecules in bent while that of `CO_(2)` is linear. Explain this on the basis of dipole moment.

A

`sp^(3)` hybridisation of carbon

B

`sp` hybridisation of carbon

C

`p pi-p pi` bondin g between carbon and oxygen

D

`sp^(2)` hybridisationof carbon.

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