shapes of molecules (basics) Flashcards
1
Q
angle of a linear molecule
A
180
2
Q
angle of a trigonal planar molecule
A
120
3
Q
angle of a tetrahedral molecule
A
109.5
4
Q
angle of a trigonal bi pyramidal molecule
A
120/90
5
Q
angle of an octahedral molecule
A
90
6
Q
what effect does each lone pair have on the angle of bonding groups?
A
decreases the angle by 2.5 for each lone pair added