Valence Electron Pairs and Molecular Geometry

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Flashcards covering valence electrons and the corresponding molecular geometries.

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Trigonal Planar Geometry

A molecular shape that occurs when there are three pairs of valence electrons around a central atom.

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Tetrahedral Geometry

A molecular shape formed when there are four pairs of valence electrons around a central atom.

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Trigonal Bipyramidal Geometry

A molecular geometry with five pairs of valence electrons around a central atom.

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Octahedral Geometry

A molecular shape that results from six pairs of valence electrons around a central atom.