VSEPR

Front

VSEPR stands for ________ theory.

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Valence Shell Electron Pair Repulsion

Front

Which molecule has a linear molecular geometry?

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CO₂

Front

How many electrons are shared in a triple bond?

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6

Front

What is the bond angle in a linear molecular shape?

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180 Degrees

Front

Which molecular shape has an unshared pair of electrons on the central atom?

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Bent

Front

What does VSEPR theory help predict?

Back

The geometry of molecules based on electron pair repulsion.

Front

What is the molecular geometry of CH₄?

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Tetrahedral

Front

What is the bond angle in a tetrahedral molecular shape?

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109.5 Degrees

Front

Which molecule has a trigonal planar shape?

Back

BF₃

Front

What is the effect of lone pairs on bond angles?

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Lone pairs repel more strongly than bonding pairs, reducing bond angles.