3.2.2.2 - Electron Domain Geometry vs. Molecular Geometry
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Define electron domain geometry.
💡 Hint: Think about what governs the shape of molecules.
What does molecular geometry describe?
💡 Hint: Remember, lone pairs are not included.
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What is the electron domain geometry for a molecule with 3 bonding pairs and 1 lone pair?
💡 Hint: What shape do you get with 4 pairs in total?
Molecular geometry only considers which of the following?
💡 Hint: Remember what lone pairs do in VSEPR!
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A molecule has four electron domains, one of which is a lone pair. Illustrate its molecular geometry and explain the impact of the lone pair on bond angles.
💡 Hint: Consider how the presence of a lone pair changes spatial arrangement.
Explain how a change from a trigonal planar to a trigonal pyramidal structure affects the properties of the molecule.
💡 Hint: Think about how the shape influences molecular interactions.
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