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Which of the following statements are correct about `CO_(3)^(2-)`?

A

The hybridisation of central atom is `sp^(3)`.

B

Its resonance structure has one `C-O` single bond and two `C=O` double bonds.

C

The average formal charge on each oxygen atom is 0.67 units.

D

All `C-O` bond lengths are equal.

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The correct Answer is:
C, D
(a) The hybridisaton is `sp^(2)`.
(b) In resonance, two `C-O` bonds and one `C=O`.
(c ) Average formal charge on `O=-(2)/(3)=-0.67` units.
(d ) True : all the bond lengths are equal.
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