VSEPR Theory

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What is VSEPR Theory?

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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.

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What is the molecular shape of a molecule with 4 bonded pairs and 0 lone pairs?

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Tetrahedral.

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What is the bond angle in a tetrahedral molecular shape?

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109.5 Degrees.

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What is the molecular shape of a molecule with 3 bonded pairs and 1 lone pair?

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Trigonal pyramidal.

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What is the molecular shape of a molecule with 2 bonded pairs and 2 lone pairs?

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Bent.

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What is the molecular shape of a molecule with 2 bonded pairs and 0 lone pairs?

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Linear.

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Which molecule has a trigonal pyramidal shape?

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NH₃ (Ammonia).

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Which molecule has a bent shape?

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H₂S (Hydrogen sulfide).

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What is the molecular shape of CO₂?

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Linear.

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What is the molecular shape of NH₄⁺?

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Tetrahedral.