Molecular Shapes Based On Vsepr Theory Page 2
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1
22)
(NF
)
3
Central Atom: Nitrogen (5 valence electrons)
Surrounding Atoms: Fluoride (7 valence electrons)
Lewis Stucture:
Total # of pairs around the central atom: 4
Total # of lone pairs:
1
Shape:
3)
(CO
)
2
Central Atom: Carbon (4 valence electrons)
Surrounding Atoms: Oxygen (6 valence electrons)
Lewis Structure
Double bond required:
Remember, each double bound counts as 1 pair of electrons.
Therefore:
Total # of pairs around the central atom: 2
Total # of lone pairs:
0
Shape:
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