Question

When three pairs of electrons are shared in a molecule, what shape will the molecule be?
a. tetrahedral
b. trigonal planar
c. bent
d. linear

Answer 1

The correct answer is B. The shape of a molecule where three pairs of electrons are shared is a trigonal planar. This is characterized by one central atom and three atoms forming an equilateral triangle which is bonded to the central atom.

Answer 2

Answer:

Trigonal Planar is the correct answer.