VSEPR Theory and Molecular Geometry Quiz

What geometry is formed when two electron pairs are around a central atom?

• Trigonal planar

• Linear

• Tetrahedral

• Octahedral

Which geometry is associated with three electron pairs around a central atom?

• Linear

• Trigonal planar

• Tetrahedral

• Trigonal bipyramidal

What is the geometry called when four electron pairs are around a central atom?

• Octahedral

• Tetrahedral

• Linear

• Trigonal planar

In a trigonal bipyramidal shape, what is the angle between two equatorial groups?

• 60 degrees

• 180 degrees

• 120 degrees

• 90 degrees

What is the angle between an axial group and an equatorial group in a trigonal bipyramidal shape?

• 60 degrees

• 90 degrees

• 120 degrees

• 180 degrees

How many equatorial groups are present in a trigonal bipyramidal shape?

• Five

• Four

• Three

• Two

What is the geometry called when six electron groups are around a central atom?

• Octahedral

• Trigonal planar

• Linear

• Tetrahedral

In an octahedral shape, what is the angle between any two groups?

• 90 degrees

• 60 degrees

• 180 degrees

• 120 degrees

How many axial groups are present in an octahedral shape?

• Four

• Three

• Five

• Two

What topic will be discussed in the next video following the basic shapes?

• The effect of lone pairs on molecular geometry

• The effect of temperature on molecular geometry

• The effect of pressure on molecular geometry

• The effect of light on molecular geometry