3.2.2.2 - Electron Domain Geometry vs. Molecular Geometry

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

Define electron domain geometry.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about what governs the shape of molecules.

Question 2

Easy

What does molecular geometry describe?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Remember, lone pairs are not included.

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

What is the electron domain geometry for a molecule with 3 bonding pairs and 1 lone pair?

  • Trigonal planar
  • Tetrahedral
  • Trigonal pyramidal

πŸ’‘ Hint: What shape do you get with 4 pairs in total?

Question 2

Molecular geometry only considers which of the following?

  • True
  • False

πŸ’‘ Hint: Remember what lone pairs do in VSEPR!

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

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.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider how the presence of a lone pair changes spatial arrangement.

Question 2

Explain how a change from a trigonal planar to a trigonal pyramidal structure affects the properties of the molecule.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about how the shape influences molecular interactions.

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