Figure 10.12
The steps in determining a molecular shape
molecular formula
Lewis structure
electron-group arrangement
bond angles
molecular shape (AXmEn)
Count all e- groups around the central atom A
Note lone pairs and
double bonds
Count bonding and non-bonding e- groups separately.
Step 1
Step 2
Step 3
Step 4
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