STANDARD Chemistry VSEPR Theory MCQ Question
According to VSEPR theory,
the shape of the molecule depends upon the bonded electron pairs
pair of electrons attract each other in valence shells
the pairs of electrons tend to occupy such positions that minimise repulsions
the pairs of electrons tend to occupy such positions that minimise distances from each other.
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Detailed Explanation
According to VSEPR theory, electron pairs around a central atom tend to arrange themselves as far apart as possible to minimize repulsion. This leads to specific molecular shapes.
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