Electron Shapes Flashcards
(5 cards)
1
Q
Linear (electrons)
A
2 pairs of electrons; 180 degrees
2
Q
Trigonal Planar (electrons)
A
3 pairs of electrons; 120 degrees
3
Q
Tetrahedral (electrons)
A
4 pairs of electrons; 109.5 degrees
4
Q
Trigonal Bipyramidal (electrons)
A
5 pairs of electrons; 120 degrees and 90 degrees
5
Q
Octahedral (electrons)
A
6 pairs of electrons; 90 degrees