Praxis II General Science

Category - Chemistry

What is the molecular shape of NH3, according to VSEPR theory?
  1. Bent
  2. Linear
  3. Tetrahedral
  4. Trigonal pyramidal
  5. Octagonal
Explanation
Answer: D - The ammonia molecule is trigonal pyramidal. It has 3 atoms surrounding the central N atom. However, the lone pair on the nitrogen atom causes the hydrogen atoms to be in a tetrahedral-like formation (but tetrahedral requires 4 bonds on a central atom).
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