A Molecule in Which the Central Atom Has No Lone

question 3

Multiple Choice

A molecule in which the central atom has no lone pairs and forms four single bonds is said to have a ________ shape.

• A)bent
• B)linear
• C)planar
• D)pyramidal
• E)tetrahedral

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Definitions:

Environmental

Relating to the natural world and the impact of human activity on its condition.

Physical

Pertaining to the body and its physiological processes, as opposed to the mind or spirit.

IUPAC Name

The systematic method of naming chemical compounds as recommended by the International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry.

Alkane

Hydrocarbons with single bonds only, characterized by the formula CnH2n+2.