VSEPR Theory
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Chemistry
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12th Grade
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Hard
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is VSEPR Theory?
Back
VSEPR Theory (Valence Shell Electron Pair Repulsion Theory) is a model used to predict the geometry of individual molecules based on the repulsion between the electron pairs in the valence shell of the central atom.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What shape does BF3 form?
Back
Trigonal planar.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What shape does NH3 adopt?
Back
Trigonal pyramidal.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Why does beryllium dichloride form a linear shape?
Back
Because it wants to minimize electron pair repulsion.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the bond angle in water (H2O)?
Back
105 degrees.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Why do molecules with a trigonal planar shape have a 120-degree bond angle?
Back
To minimize repulsion between electron pairs.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the bond angle in a tetrahedral molecule?
Back
109.5 degrees.
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