Honors Chem Molecular Geometry with VSEPR & MOT v2

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VSEPR stands for ________ theory.

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Valence Shell Electron Pair Repulsion.

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What does VSEPR theory predict?

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Molecular Shape.

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According to VSEPR, molecules adjust their shapes to keep which of the following as far away as possible?

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Pairs of valence electrons.

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How many lone pairs are on S in SH₂? What shape is the molecule?

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Two lone pairs; bent.

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Which molecule is represented by the following MO diagram? (The top orbitals are empty)

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F₂.

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What is the basic principle of VSEPR theory?

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Electron pairs around a central atom will arrange themselves to minimize repulsion.

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

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Tetrahedral.

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

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Trigonal pyramidal.

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What is the bond angle in a trigonal planar molecule?

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120 degrees.

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What is the bond angle in a tetrahedral molecule?

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109.5 degrees.