Q: What is a pair of valence electrons in a bonded atom that does not participate in bonding called?


Read this paragraph and choose the correct option from the provided answers:

A pair of valence electrons in a bonded atom that does not participate in bonding is called a lone pair. Lone pair electrons contribute to molecular shape.

 Choices:

- opposite pair

- isolated pair

- hostile pair

- lone pair


A:
lone pair