Polarity and VSEPR review

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What is a lone pair?

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A pair of non-bonding electrons.

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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.

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Is NH3 a polar or nonpolar molecule?

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Polar.

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NGSS.HS-PS2-6

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Is CCl4 a polar or nonpolar molecule?

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Nonpolar.

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How many lone pairs are in the structure of a molecule with 2 lone pairs?

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2.

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What does VSEPR stand for?

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Valence Shell Electron Pair Repulsion.

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What is the shape of a molecule with 4 bonding pairs and no lone pairs?

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Tetrahedral.

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What is the molecular geometry of a molecule with 3 bonding pairs and 1 lone pair?

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Trigonal pyramidal.

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What type of bond is formed between two atoms with a significant difference in electronegativity?

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Ionic bond.

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What is the difference between polar and nonpolar molecules?

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Polar molecules have an uneven distribution of charge, while nonpolar molecules have an even distribution.