Molecular Shape (Grade 11 NSC Matric Physical Sciences): Flashcards
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What is molecular shape?
What is molecular shape?
3D arrangement of atoms in a molecule
VSEPR theory
VSEPR theory
Model predicting shape by minimizing electron pair repulsion
Counting double/triple bonds in VSEPR
Counting double/triple bonds in VSEPR
Count as single electron pairs
In : A, X, E meanings
In : A, X, E meanings
A=central atom, X=terminal atoms, E=lone pairs
Molecular shape of
Molecular shape of
Linear
Molecular shape of
Molecular shape of
Trigonal planar
Molecular shape of
Molecular shape of
Trigonal pyramidal
Molecular shape of
Molecular shape of
Tetrahedral
Shape of all diatomic molecules
Shape of all diatomic molecules
Linear
Do lone pairs affect molecular shape?
Do lone pairs affect molecular shape?
Yes, they influence shape but aren't in visible geometry