What is the geometry of a molecule with four bonding pairs and no lone pairs? (2

Practice Questions

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What is the geometry of a molecule with four bonding pairs and no lone pairs? (2023)
  1. Linear
  2. Trigonal planar
  3. Tetrahedral
  4. Octahedral

Questions & Step-by-Step Solutions

What is the geometry of a molecule with four bonding pairs and no lone pairs? (2023)
  • Step 1: Understand that a molecule is made up of atoms connected by bonds.
  • Step 2: Identify that 'bonding pairs' refer to pairs of electrons shared between atoms in a bond.
  • Step 3: Recognize that 'lone pairs' are pairs of electrons that are not involved in bonding.
  • Step 4: Note that having four bonding pairs means there are four connections between atoms.
  • Step 5: Realize that if there are no lone pairs, all electron pairs are used for bonding.
  • Step 6: Learn that the arrangement of four bonding pairs around a central atom forms a specific shape.
  • Step 7: Identify that the shape formed by four bonding pairs with no lone pairs is called 'tetrahedral'.
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