Asked by Noman Khan Bhai on Sep 29, 2024
What is the shape of the water molecule?
A) Trigonal, planar
B) Planar, linear
C) Planar, bent
D) Trigonal, bent
Water Molecule
A molecule consisting of two hydrogen atoms bonded to one oxygen atom, represented chemically as H2O.
Molecular Shape
The three-dimensional arrangement of atoms within a molecule, determined by the chemical bonds and electron pairs surrounding the central atom.
- Ascertain the accurate molecular geometry through application of the valence shell electron pair repulsion (VSEPR) theory.
Learning Objectives
- Ascertain the accurate molecular geometry through application of the valence shell electron pair repulsion (VSEPR) theory.