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CHM 102 Electronic Theory in Organic Chemistry Objective Question
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What does VSEPR theory stand for?
Options
A Valence Shell Electron Pair Repulsion theory
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B Variable Shell Electron Proton Repulsion theory
C Valence State Electron Pair Resonance theory
D Vector State Electron Pair Repulsion theory
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Option A is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

VSEPR theory states that electron pairs around a central atom repel each other and arrange themselves as far apart as possible to minimize repulsion, determining molecular geometry.

Hint

Electron pairs repel.

Question Info

Course: CHM 102
Topic: Electronic Theory in Organic Chemistry
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 688 of 1999
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