VSEPR theory

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VSEPR theory

Postby 505954613 » Fri Nov 08, 2024 6:27 pm

Does the VSEPR theory account for electron pair repulsion in as well as lone and bonded pairs?
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Rouba Saleh 2j
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Re: VSEPR theory

Postby Rouba Saleh 2j » Fri Nov 08, 2024 9:27 pm

Yes, the VSEPR theory considers both lone pairs and bonded pairs of electrons. It explains that all electron pairs, whether they're bonded or lone, will arrange themselves to reduce repulsion. However, Lone pairs cause more repulsion because they stay closer to the central atom.
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