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2.7 VSEPR and Hybridization
2.5 Lewis Diagrams
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The table below summarizes structural information for the triiodide ion, \(\text{I}_3^-\), and iodine trifluoride, \(\text{IF}_3\).

SpeciesTotal valence electronsBonding pairs on central atomLone pairs on central atom
\(\text{I}_3^-\)\(22\)\(2\)\(3\)
\(\text{IF}_3\)\(28\)\(3\)\(2\)

Based on VSEPR theory and the electron domain geometry of each species, which of the following correctly identifies their molecular geometries and provides the correct justification for the arrangement of the electron domains?

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