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CHM 102 Electronic Theory in Organic Chemistry Objective Question
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What is the primary factor that determines the geometry of a molecule according to VSEPR?
Options
A The number of protons
B The number of electron pairs (bonding and lone) around the central atom
Correct Answer
C The molecular weight
D The number of neutrons
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

VSEPR theory uses the total number of electron domains (bonding pairs and lone pairs) around the central atom to predict molecular geometry.

Hint

Count electron domains.

Question Info

Course: CHM 102
Topic: Electronic Theory in Organic Chemistry
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 712 of 1999
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