3.2.2.2.1.3 - 4 Electron Domains
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What shape does a molecule with four bonded atoms and no lone pairs have?
💡 Hint: Think about the shape and angles.
How many electron domains are there in NH₃?
💡 Hint: Count the bonds and lone pairs.
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What is the molecular geometry of CH₄?
💡 Hint: Draw the structure if needed.
True or False: Water (H₂O) has a tetrahedral molecular geometry.
💡 Hint: Consider the number of lone pairs.
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Given the molecule SnCl₄ has four bonded chlorine atoms and no lone pairs, predict its molecular geometry and bond angles.
💡 Hint: Think about how many total electron domains are present.
Describe how the molecular shape of SF₄ differs from SF₆, considering their differing lone pairs.
💡 Hint: Consider how lone pairs affect repulsion and position.
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