What is the molecular shape of NOCl as predicted by the VSEPR theory?
A) linear
B) trigonal planar
C) bent
D) tetrahedral
E) trigonal pyramidal

Question

What is the molecular shape of NOCl as predicted by the VSEPR theory? 
A) linear 
B) trigonal planar 
C) bent 
D) tetrahedral 
E) trigonal pyramidal

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According to VSEPR theory, NOCl has a trigonal pyramidal molecular shape with a lone pair on the nitrogen atom. The nitrogen atom has three bonded atoms (one oxygen and one chlorine atom each) and one lone pair, resulting in a trigonal pyramidal shape. This shape is also known as distorted tetrahedral. Therefore, options A, B, and D can be eliminated. The only possible answer is option C, which corresponds to a bent or angular shape.

What Is the Molecular Shape of NOCl as Predicted by the VSEPR