What is the shape of the sulfate ion (SO4^2-)?

A. Tetrahedral
B. Trigonal planar
C. Octahedral
D. Linear

Answer: Tetrahedral

Additional Information: The sulfate ion has a tetrahedral shape around the sulfur atom.

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