The structure of NH₃ according to VSEPR is:
Correct answer: B. Three bond pairs, one lone pair
- A. Three bond pairs, two lone pairs
- B. Three bond pairs, one lone pair
- C. Three bond pairs only
- D. Two bond pairs, one lone pair
Explanation
According to VSEPR, the structure of ammonia involves three bond pairs and one lone pair. Nitrogen, being the central atom, makes three single bonds with hydrogens and has one lone pair.
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