VSEPR

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What is VSEPR theory?

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VSEPR (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 molecular shape corresponds to 4 bonding pairs and 1 lone pair?

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The molecular shape is trigonal bipyramidal.

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What is the bond angle in a trigonal planar molecule?

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The bond angle in a trigonal planar molecule is 120 degrees.

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What is the molecular shape of CH₄?

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The molecular shape of CH₄ is tetrahedral.

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What is the molecular shape of NH₃?

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The molecular shape of NH₃ is pyramidal.

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What is the bond angle in a pyramidal molecular shape?

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The bond angle in a pyramidal molecular shape is approximately 107 degrees.

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What is the molecular shape of CO₂?

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The molecular shape of CO₂ is linear.

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What is the molecular shape of H₂O?

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The molecular shape of H₂O is bent.

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What is the molecular shape of ICl₃?

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The molecular shape of ICl₃ is T-shaped.

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What is the bond angle in a tetrahedral molecule?

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The bond angle in a tetrahedral molecule is 109.5 degrees.