Shapes

Question 1

VSEPR Theory 1

Answer 1

Each covalent bond (a pair of electrons) is in an area/cloud of negative charge

Question 2

VSEPR Theory 2

Answer 2

Negative charges repel each other

Question 3

VSEPR Theory 3

Answer 3

The repulsion of negative electron clouds determine the shape of the molecule.

Question 4

VSEPR Theory 4

Answer 4

Electron clouds will be positioned as far apart as possible around the central atom