3.2.3.1 - Examples with 4 electron domains (illustrating lone pair effects)

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What is the molecular geometry of methane?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about the number of bonding pairs.

Question 2

Easy

In ammonia, how many lone pairs does nitrogen have?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider the electron domains around nitrogen.

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

What is the molecular geometry of NH3?

  • Tetrahedral
  • Trigonal Pyramidal
  • Bent

πŸ’‘ Hint: Remember how lone pairs influence geometry.

Question 2

True or False: Water (H2O) has a linear geometry.

  • True
  • False

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider the number of lone pairs.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Predict the effect of adding a second lone pair to the nitrogen in ammonia. How would this impact geometry and bond angles?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider how additional lone pairs affect molecular shapes.

Question 2

Compare and contrast the physical properties of ammonia and water, focusing on molecular shape and intermolecular forces.

πŸ’‘ Hint: How do shapes affect the strength of intermolecular forces?

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