Question

question 5 of 10
what shape would a molecule with two bound groups and two lone pairs have?
a. linear
b. bent
c. trigonal pyramidal
d. tetrahedral

Explanation:

In VSEPR theory, when a molecule has two bond - pairs and two lone - pairs around the central atom, the repulsion between the lone pairs causes the molecule to adopt a bent shape. Lone - pair - lone - pair repulsion is greater than lone - pair - bond - pair and bond - pair - bond - pair repulsions.

Answer:

B. Bent