VSEPR & Polarity

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What does VSEPR stand for?

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Valence Shell Electron Pair Repulsion

Front

What is the main principle of VSEPR theory?

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Molecules will arrange themselves to minimize repulsion between electron pairs.

Front

What is the molecular geometry of CO₂?

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Linear

Front

What is the bond angle in a linear molecular geometry?

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180 degrees

Front

Which molecule has a trigonal planar geometry?

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BF₃ (Boron Trifluoride)

Front

What is the molecular shape of H₂O?

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Bent or Angular

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What is the bond angle in a tetrahedral molecular geometry?

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109.5 degrees

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

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Ionic bond

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What type of bond is formed between Carbon (2.5) and Nitrogen (3.0)?

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Slightly polar covalent bond

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True or False: Molecules with symmetrical charge distributions are polar.

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False