3.2.2.2.1.3 - 4 Electron Domains

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What shape does a molecule with four bonded atoms and no lone pairs have?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about the shape and angles.

Question 2

Easy

How many electron domains are there in NH₃?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Count the bonds and lone pairs.

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

What is the molecular geometry of CHβ‚„?

  • Tetrahedral
  • Trigonal pyramidal
  • Bent

πŸ’‘ Hint: Draw the structure if needed.

Question 2

True or False: Water (Hβ‚‚O) has a tetrahedral molecular geometry.

  • True
  • False

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider the number of lone pairs.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Given the molecule SnClβ‚„ has four bonded chlorine atoms and no lone pairs, predict its molecular geometry and bond angles.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about how many total electron domains are present.

Question 2

Describe how the molecular shape of SFβ‚„ differs from SF₆, considering their differing lone pairs.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider how lone pairs affect repulsion and position.

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