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Molecular and electron geometry Flashcards

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Valence shell electron pair repulsion (VSEPR) theory

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The best arrangement of a given number of electron domains is the one that minimises repulsion among them

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Why are lone pairs more repulsive?

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Bond pairs have a closer nucleus which provides more attraction

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Chemistry - Chemical bonding and structure (6 decks)

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