Question

create a molecular diagram below, then type the correct molecular shape.
no₂⁻¹
molecular shape: bent
answer bank
no

Explanation:

Step1: Identify central atom

Central atom is N.

Step2: Count valence electrons

N: 5, O: 6×2, +1 charge = $5 + 12 + 1 = 18$ total electrons.

Step3: Build bonding framework

Form N=O and N-O bonds (uses 6 electrons).

Step4: Distribute remaining electrons

Add lone pairs: 2 on double-bonded O, 3 on single-bonded O⁻, 1 lone pair on N.

Step5: Determine electron geometry

3 electron domains (2 bonds + 1 lone pair) = trigonal planar.

Step6: Determine molecular shape

1 lone pair distorts geometry to bent.

Answer:

Molecular diagram: O=N-O⁻ (with one lone pair on the central N atom)
Molecular Shape: bent