NEET Chemistry VSEPR Theory MCQ Question
According to VSEPR theory, what primarily determines the shape of a molecule?
The number of electron pairs around the central atom
The type of hybridization occurring in the molecule
The differences in electronegativity between atoms
The bond length of the covalent bonds present
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
VSEPR theory states that the shape of a molecule depends on the number of valence shell electron pairs (bonded or nonbonded) around the central atom, as indicated in the text.
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