Properties like atomic number, valency etc...
Answer:
The electron pair geometry is Trigonal planar
Molecular geometry - Bent
Approximate bond angle - <120°
Explanation:
The valence shell electron pair repulsion theory enables us to predict the shapes of molecules based on the number of electron pairs present on the valence shell of the central atom and based on the hybridization state of the central atom.
sp2 hybridization corresponds to trigonal planar geometry. Let us recall that the presence of lone pairs causes a deviation of the molecular geometry from the expected geometry based on the number of electron pairs.
Hence, owing to one lone pair present, the observed molecular geometry is bent.
Answer:
A: Cu; B: Mg; C: Mg + Cu²⁺ ⟶ Mg²⁺ + Cu
Explanation:
The left-hand side of the cell diagram is where oxidation occurs (the anode).
Mg ⟶ Mg²⁺ + 2e⁻
So, Mg is the anode.
The right-hand side of the cell diagram is where reduction occurs (the cathode)
Cu²⁺ + 2e⁻ ⟶ Cu
As the copper ions hit the copper cathode, they remove electrons from the metal and become copper atoms. Since the metal has lost electrons, Cu is the positive electrode.
To get the overall reaction, we add the two half-reactions,
Mg ⟶ Mg²⁺ + 2e⁻
<u>Cu²⁺ + 2e⁻ ⟶ Cu </u>
Mg + Cu²⁺ ⟶ Mg²⁺ + Cu