Vesper Theory

What is the VSEPR theory used to predict?

• Bond Strength

• Polarity

• Molecular Shape

• Electronegativity

What does VSEPR stand for in the context of molecular geometry?

• Valence Shell Electron Pair Repulsion

• Valence Shell Electron Pair Rotation

• Valence Shell Electron Pair Reaction

• Valence Shell Electron Pair Resonance

According to VSEPR theory, what determines the shape of a molecule?

• The number of protons in the nucleus

• The number of electron pairs around the central atom

• The atomic mass of the central atom

• The type of chemical bonds present

Which of the following molecular shapes is predicted by VSEPR theory for a molecule with four bonding pairs and no lone pairs?

• Linear

• Trigonal Planar

• Tetrahedral

• Bent

In VSEPR theory, what is the predicted shape of a molecule with two bonding pairs and two lone pairs?

• Linear

• Trigonal Planar

• Tetrahedral

• Bent

How does the presence of lone pairs affect the bond angles in a molecule according to VSEPR theory?

• Lone pairs increase bond angles

• Lone pairs decrease bond angles

• Lone pairs have no effect on bond angles

• Lone pairs make bond angles equal

Which of the following molecules has a trigonal bipyramidal shape according to VSEPR theory?

• Linear

• Trigonal Planar

• Tetrahedral

• Trigonal Pyramidal

According to VSEPR theory, which molecule has a linear shape?

What is the bond angle in a perfect tetrahedral molecule according to VSEPR theory?