2.4.1 - VSEPR Theory

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Lone pairs

Valence electron pairs that are not bonded to any other atom.

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VSEPR

Valence Shell Electron Pair Repulsion

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Linear shape

One or two bonding regions; no lone pairs

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V-shaped

Two bonding regions; one or two lone pairs; always polar

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Trigonal planar-shaped

Three bonding regions; no lone pairs

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Trigonal pyramidal-shaped

Three bonding regions; one lone pair; always polar

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Tetrahedral-shaped

Four bonding regions; no lone pair