Using the VSEPR theory , what would the representation mean A central atom with 2 connected atoms atom with I lone pair of Jone
pair of electrons electrons with 2 connected atoms to the central atom central atom with 2 pairs of lone pair none of these electrons and commected atom to the central
Let us look again at the principles of VSEPR theory. The shape of a molecule depends on the number of electron pairs that surround the valence shell of the central atom in the molecule.
Lone pairs distort the molecular geometry away from what is expected on the basis of VSEPR theory.
The molecule described in the question has the form AEX2. Two substituents and one lone pair form three electron domains around the central atom. The expected geometry is trigonal planar but the observed molecular geometry is bent because of the lone pairs present.
