VSEPR

Which theory describes the 3D geometry of covalent compounds and their molecular shapes?

• Lewis Dot theory

• Atomic theory

• VSEPR theory

• Arrhenius theory

The VSEPR theory is an abbreviation for which term?

• Valence shell electron proton relation

• Valence shell electron positive relation

• Valence shell electron pair repulsion

• Valence shell electron positive repulsion

According to VSEPR theory, what causes molecular shapes to form?

• The attraction of electrons and protons

• The repulsion of protons and protons

• The repulsion of electrons and electrons

• The attractions of protons and neutrons

What is the basic molecular geometry of a compound containing a center atom with 2 groups attached and no lone pairs?

• Linear

• Trigonal Planar

• Tetrahedral

• Trigonal Bipyramid

How many groups are attached to a center atom with trigonal planar geometry?

• 1

• 3

• 4

• 5

What is the bond angle between groups in a trigonal planar molecular structure?

• 180

• 120

• 90

• 45

What is the molecular geometry of a molecule with 4 groups attached to the central atom?

• Linear

• Trigonal Planar

• Bent

• Tetrahedral

How many groups are attached to a molecule with an octahedral molecular shape?

• 4

• 6

• 8

• 10

What is the degree of separation between groups in an octahedral molecule?

• 180

• 120

• 90

• 45

How many groups need to be removed from the central atom of a trigonal bipyramid molecular structure to derive a seesaw molecular structure?

• 1

• 2

• 3

• 4