3.2.2.1 - Electron Domain
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What is an electron domain?
💡 Hint: Think about the types of bonds and lone pairs.
What does VSEPR stand for?
💡 Hint: Focus on the roles of electrons in determining molecular shape.
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What does VSEPR theory help determine?
💡 Hint: Think about the main purpose of the theory.
True or False: Lone pairs do not affect molecular geometry.
💡 Hint: Consider the effects of lone pairs on shape.
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Predict the molecular geometry of a hypothetical compound XY₂, where X has one lone pair, and Y is a more electronegative atom. Provide explanation and the expected bond angles.
💡 Hint: Think about the nature of lone pairs and bonding pairs.
For a molecule with four bonding pairs and no lone pairs, sketch its Lewis structure and describe its molecular geometry.
💡 Hint: Use the VSEPR theory guide for bond arrangements.
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