Question

VSEPR theory predicts an identical shape for all of the following, except:_______. A. NH_3 B. H_3O^+ C. BH_3 D. CH_3^+ E. All of these choice same geometry.

Answer 1

Answer:

C. BH_3

Explanation:

The VSEPR is known as the valence shell electron pair repulsion theory. The VSEPR theory determines the total number of electron pairs (TEP) surrounding the central atom of a species. The TEP consists of the bond pairs (BP) and lone pairs (LP). In this model, all the electron pairs (like charges) will orient themselves in such a way as to minimize the electrostatic repulsion between them. These repulsions determine the geometry of the covalent bonds around the central atom.

In the options given, all the molecules have identical geometry except BH_3. This is as a result of the absence of a lone pair on the BH_3 compound.