Lewis Structure VSEPR

What do Lewis structures show?

• The orbits and nucleus of an atom

• The differences in isotopes

• Plum pudding

• Bonding and lone pair electrons

Which is the correct Lewis structure for HCl?

• A

• B

• C

• D

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NGSS.HS-PS1-1

NGSS.HS-PS1-2

What is the correct Lewis structure for CI4

• A

• B

• C

• D

VSEPR theory is a model for predicting_______.

• the strength of metallic bonds

• the shape of molecules

• electron affinity

• ionization energy

Use VSEPR theory to predict the shape of the hydrogen sulfide molecule, H2S.

• tetrahedral

• linear

• angular

• octahedral

According to VSEPR theory, the structure of the ammonia molecule, NH3, is_____

• linear

• trigonal pyramidal

• bent

• tetrahedral

Based on the Lewis dot structures, which of the following contains a nonbonding (lone) pair of electrons?

• H2

• NH3

• CH4

• BH3

• Linear

• Bent

• Trigonal pyramidal

• Trigonal planar

What do the dots in a Lewis dot structure represent?

• Protons in the nucleus of an atom.

• Electrons in the outermost energy level of an atom.

• Neutrons in the nucleus of an atom.

• Electrons in the inner energy levels of an atom.

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NGSS.HS-PS1-1

NGSS.HS-PS1-2

Determine the Lewis structure of HCl.

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NGSS.HS-PS1-1