Which of the following is the molecular geometry of NH₃?

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According to the molecular formula, there are four electron groups around the central atom, N. The lone pair on N and the three S atoms make up these electron groups. The arrangement of these electron groups is tetrahedral, due to the presence of the lone pair. However, one of the electron groups is a lone pair, which exerts greater repulsion than the S atom electron groups. This causes the molecule to take on a trigonal pyramidal geometry, with the N atom at the apex of the pyramid and the three S atoms and lone pair occupying the base corners.

Which of the Following Is the Molecular Geometry of NH3

Which of the Following Is the Molecular Geometry of NH₃