VSEPR

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VSEPR stands for ________ theory.

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Valence Shell Electron Pair Repulsion

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VSEPR theory is used to ________.

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determine the shape and geometry of a molecule

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The bond angle for a trigonal planar molecule is ________.

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120 Degrees

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What is the molecular shape of a silicon dioxide molecule?

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linear

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Which VSEPR structure will NH3 make?

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Triangular Pyramidal

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What does VSEPR theory help predict?

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The 3D arrangement of atoms in a molecule based on electron pair repulsion.

Front

What is the bond angle for a tetrahedral molecule?

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109.5 Degrees

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What is the molecular shape of water (H2O)?

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Bent

Front

In VSEPR theory, lone pairs of electrons are ________ than bonding pairs.

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more repulsive

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What is the molecular shape of carbon dioxide (CO2)?

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linear