Practice 6 Electron Domains (HL) - 3.2.2.2.1.5 | Module 3: Chemical Bonding & Structure | IB Grade 12-Chemistry
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3.2.2.2.1.5 - 6 Electron Domains (HL)

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

Define what an electron domain is.

💡 Hint: Think about where electrons are found in a molecule.

Question 2

Easy

What geometry do six electron domains create?

💡 Hint: Consider the shape forming when domains are maximally spaced.

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Question 1

What arrangement do six electron domains create?

  • Tetrahedral
  • Linear
  • Octahedral

💡 Hint: Think about how electron pairs space themselves in three dimensions.

Question 2

True or False: Lone pairs always lead to a decrease in molecular symmetry.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Consider how lone pairs affect the arrangement of bonded pairs.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Using molecular orbital theory, predict the bond angles for a molecule with six electron domains where one is a lone pair.

💡 Hint: Evaluate the repulsive effects of lone pairs based on geometry.

Question 2

Describe the molecular dynamics between SF6 and a hypothetical molecule with a similar atomic structure but an additional lone pair.

💡 Hint: Contrast the configurations of two similar structural setups.

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