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What is the primary factor that determines the shape of a molecule, according to the Electron Pair Repulsion Theory?
What is the primary factor that determines the shape of a molecule, according to the Electron Pair Repulsion Theory?
Electron pairs arrange themselves around a central atom to be as far apart as geometrically possible.
What is the order of strength of repulsion between electron pairs in a molecule?
What is the order of strength of repulsion between electron pairs in a molecule?
Lone pair-lone pair > Lone pair-bond pair > Bond pair-bond pair
What is the term for a molecule that has separated centres of charge?
What is the term for a molecule that has separated centres of charge?
Dipole
How many atoms are typically present in a molecule with a trigonal planar shape?
How many atoms are typically present in a molecule with a trigonal planar shape?
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What is the difference between a dipole and a polar molecule?
What is the difference between a dipole and a polar molecule?
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Why can a molecule with polar bonds still be non-polar overall?
Why can a molecule with polar bonds still be non-polar overall?
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