TED-ED: What is the shape of a molecule? - George Zaidan and Charles Morton

The video explores the concept of molecular shape, emphasizing that molecules are mostly empty space with mass concentrated in atomic nuclei. Electrons form clouds of negative charge, influencing bonding. The video uses methane as an example to explain molecular bonding and 3D structure, highlighting that bonds are regions of negative charge that repel each other. Various molecular shapes like tetrahedron, pyramid, and bent structures are discussed. The video concludes by noting that complex molecules can have multiple stable configurations, leading to interesting chemical properties.

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