MOLECULAR GEOMETRY

Question 1

what is the vsepr theory?

Answer 1

the most common way to predict molecular geometry is using the vsepr theory. according to this theory, electron pairs around a central atom repel each other and try to get as far as possible. this replusion minimizes the repulsion and determines the shape of the molecule.

Question 2

what are the formulas for linear?

Answer 2

AX or AX2

Question 3

what’s the formula for trigonal planar

Answer 3

AX3

Question 4

what’s the formula for trignolar planar bent

Answer 4

AX2E

Question 5

what’s the formula for trigonal pyramidal

Answer 5

AX3E

Question 6

what’s the formula for tetrahedral

Answer 6

AX4

Question 7

what’s the formula for v-shape/bent

Answer 7

AX2E2