Lewis Structures with VSEPR

What is the primary purpose of drawing Lewis structures in chemistry?

• To predict the physical state of a compound

• To determine the molecular geometry

• To show the arrangement of valence electrons

• To calculate the molecular weight

According to VSEPR theory, what is the molecular shape of carbon dioxide (CO2)?

• Linear

• Bent

• Trigonal planar

• Tetrahedral

How many lone pairs of electrons are present in the Lewis structure of water (H2O)?

• 0

• 1

• 2

• 3

Which is the correct Lewis structure for HCl?

• A

• B

• C

• D

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NGSS.HS-PS1-3

What is the correct Lewis structure for CI4

• A

• B

• C

• D

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

• CH4

• BF3

• NH3

• H2O

• Linear

• Trigonal planar

• Tetrahedral

• Trigonal pyramidal

What is the VSEPR theory used to predict?

• Bond Strength

• Polarity

• Molecular Shape

• Electronegativity

Which molecule would have this shape?

• BF₃

• CH₄

• PCl₅

• CO₂

What shape would this have?

• Trigonal planar

• Pyramidal

• Tetrahedral

• Bent