Molecular Geometry

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What is the molecular shape of BCl3?

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trigonal planar

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How many valence electrons does Boron need to be stable?

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6

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Which molecule has a linear shape?

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HCN

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What is the molecular shape of NH3?

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trigonal pyramidal

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What is the molecular shape of H2S?

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bent

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What is the molecular shape of CO2?

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linear

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What is the molecular shape of CH4?

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tetrahedral

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Define molecular geometry.

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The three-dimensional arrangement of atoms in a molecule.

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What is the VSEPR theory?

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Valence Shell Electron Pair Repulsion theory; it predicts the shape of molecules based on electron pair repulsion.

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What is a polar molecule?

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A molecule with a net dipole moment due to the presence of polar bonds.