Orbital Hybridisation Flashcards
1
Q
The accuracy of a model is judged by what?
A
Its ability to explain known properties and to predict new qualities previously unthought of.
2
Q
The quality of a scientific model is mainly determined by the interaction of what two factors?
A
- The quality of instrumentation used.
2. The quality of the scientific theory used to describe it.
3
Q
What does the VSEPR theory stand for?
A
Valence Shell Electron Pair Repulsion Theory.
4
Q
Why is the VSEPR theory a powerful tool?
A
It explains the shape of molecules as well as their chemical properties dictated by their structure.
5
Q
What is the purpose of forming hybrid orbitals?
A
To increases the valence number; thus creating new reaction possibilities.
