Learning outcomes - after studying this topic, you should be able to:

• use VSEPR to explain and predict molecular shapes
• deduce shapes from Lewis structures
• determine the hybridization of C, N and O in organic molecules from the geometry
• explain bonding in molecules using hybrid orbitals

• Section 5.4 (in )

Molecular shape and structure Contributed by Adam Bridgeman

Applying VSEPR theory Contributed by Adam Bridgeman

Lewis structures (interactive structure maker) Description: Interactive approach to building Lewis structures Tags: Lewis structures Contributed by Adam Bridgeman

Lewis structures Description: Tutorial on drawing Lewis structures Tags: Lewis structures Contributed by Adam Bridgeman