Unit 5: VSEPR Theory

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VSEPR Theory

predicts molecular shape of molecule, only look at what is connected to the central atom.

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Molecular Geometry

Linear, Trigonal Planar, Tetrahedral, Trigonal Pyramidal, and Bent.

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Linear

0 pairs of non bonding on central atom, 2,4 single/bonding electrons on central atom. 180 degrees.

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Trigonal Planar

0 pairs of non bonding on central atom, 3,4 single/bonding on central atom.

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Tetrahedral

0 pairs of nonbonding on central atom, 4 single/bonding on central atom.

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Trigonal Pyramidal

1 pair of nonbonding on central atom, 3 single/bonding on central atom.

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Bent

2 pairs of non bonding pairs on central atom, 2 single/bonding on central atom.