molecular geometry

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What does VSEPR theory predict?

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Molecular Shape

Front

What is the shape of a molecule with two bonding pairs and one lone pair of electrons?

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Bent

Front

Is this a correct dot diagram for oxygen (O)?

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False

Front

According to VSEPR theory, what do molecules adjust their shapes to keep as far away as possible?

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Pairs of valence electrons

Front

What is the molecular geometry of H₂S?

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Bent

Front

What is the shape of a molecule with four bonding pairs and no lone pairs?

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Tetrahedral

Front

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

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Trigonal pyramidal

Front

What is the bond angle in a trigonal planar molecule?

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120 degrees

Front

What is the bond angle in a tetrahedral molecule?

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109.5 degrees

Front

What is the shape of a molecule with two bonding pairs and two lone pairs?

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Bent