What is the molecular geometry of a molecule with three bonding pairs and one lone pair?

A. Tetrahedral
B. Trigonal pyramidal
C. Trigonal planar
D. Bent

Answer: Trigonal pyramidal

Additional Information: A molecule with three bonding pairs and one lone pair, like NH3, has a trigonal pyramidal geometry.

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