Questions tagged 'Molecular Geometry'
15 questions
Feb 12, 2025
Why is SiH4 non polar?
Why is silane (SiH4) considered a nonpolar molecule? What factors contribute to its nonpolarity, and how does its molecular geometry influence this property?
is BrCl5 polar, need help?
"Can someone help me determine if bromine pentachloride (BrCl5) is a polar molecule? I’d appreciate an explanation of the molecular geometry and how it influences the polarity. Thank you!"
Dec 20, 2024
Propane bond angle increase?
The observed bond angle in the C-C-C bond of propane is 111.66 degrees. Can someone explain why the bond angle in propane is not 109.5 degrees? I am having difficulty understanding the reason for this...
what are the electron domain and molecular geometries of NH3Cl+?
I would like to understand the electron domain and molecular geometries of the NH3Cl+ ion. Could someone please provide some insights? Thank you for your assistance!
AXmEn classification for benzene (C6H6)?
How can I determine the AXmEn classification (molecular shape) for a molecule that contains more than one central atom, particularly when these atoms are arranged in a ring or form a carbon skeleton?...
Dec 09, 2024
Is ClO2- polar or nonpolar?
Is the chlorite ion (ClO2-) polar or nonpolar? Could you explain the factors that contribute to its polarity, including its molecular geometry and electronegativity differences?
what is the VSEPR type, molecular geometry and bond angle for KICl4?
What is the VSEPR type, molecular geometry, and bond angle for potassium tetrachloride (KICl4)?
Nov 19, 2024
whats the molecular geometry of C2H2Cl2?
What is the molecular geometry of C2H2Cl2, and how does the arrangement of atoms influence its physical and chemical properties?
What is the name of the hybrid orbitals used by chlorine in ClF3?
What are the names of the hybrid orbitals utilized by chlorine in the molecule chlorine trifluoride (ClF3)? Could you also explain how these hybrid orbitals contribute to the molecular geometry and bo...
In which cases do you expect deviations from the idealized bond angle?
In what situations might we observe deviations from the idealized bond angle in the compound H2SCF4NF3OF2?