12. Molecular Shapes & Valence Bond Theory
Bond Angles
20PRACTICE PROBLEM
Identify the electron and molecular geometry for NCl3. What is the bond angle and is it expected to deviate from the ideal?
Identify the electron and molecular geometry for NCl3. What is the bond angle and is it expected to deviate from the ideal?
ANSWERS OPTIONS
A
EG: tetrahedral, MG: tetrahedral, IBA: 109.5˚, No
B
EG: trigonal planar, MG: bent, IBA: 120˚, Yes
C
EG: trigonal planar, MG: trigonal planar, IBA: 90˚, Yes
D
EG: tetrahedral, MG: trigonal pyramidal, IBA: 109.5˚, Yes