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Give It Some Thought 9.1
Part A
In addition to tetrahedral, another common shape for AB4 molecules is square planar. All five atoms lie in the same plane, with the B atoms at the corners of a square
and the A atom at the center of the square. Which shape in the figure below could lead to a squareplanar shape upon removal of one or more atoms?
ANSWER:
linear
trigonal planar
tetrahedral
trigonal bipyramidal
octahedral
Correct
Go Figure 9.1
Tetrahedral shape of CCl4 .
Part A
In the spacefilling model, what determines the relative sizes of the spheres?
ANSWER:
the bond angles
the bond length
the number of bonds
the atomic radii
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Problem 9.1 Enhanced with Feedback
You may want to reference (Page) Section 9.1 while completing this problem.
Part A
A certain AB4 molecule has a "seesaw" shape:.
From which of the fundamental geometries shown in Figure 9.3 in the textbook (available from the eText link) could you remove one or more
atoms to create a molecule having this seesaw shape?
ANSWER:
Linear
Trigonal planar
Tetrahedral
Trigonal bipyramidal
Octahedral
Correct
The "seesaw" shape can be derived from the trigonal bipyramidal geometry, with one of the atoms removed. This can be most easily visualized by removing
an equatorial atom.
Chapter 9 Question 1 Bimodal
Part A
For a molecule with the formula AB2, the molecular shape is ________.
ANSWER:
trigonal planar
Tshaped
linear or Tshaped
linear or bent
linear or trigonal planar
Correct
Chapter 9 Question 4 Algorithmic
Part A
The bond angle marked a in the following molecule is about ________.
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ANSWER:
109.5
180
120
90
60
Correct
Chapter 9 Question 4 Bimodal
Part A
The molecular geometry of the CS2 molecule is ________.
ANSWER:
bent
linear
Tshaped
trigonal planar
tetrahedral
Correct
Problem 9.20
Part A
In which of the following molecules can you confidently predict the bond angles about the central atom, and for which would you be a bit uncertain?
Drag the appropriate items to their respective bins.
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The molecules in which the bond angles are ideal The molecules in which the bond angles differ from ideal
Correct
Part B
Predict the bond angles about the central atom in H2 S
Match the words in the left column to the appropriate blanks in the sentences on the right. Make certain each sentence is complete before submitting your
answer.
ANSWER:
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tetrahedral
BCl3 : trigonal planar electrondomain geometry with 0 nonbonding pairs on B. We
trigonal bipyramidal confidently predict 120∘ angles.
octahedral
CH 3 I : tetrahedral electrondomain geometry with 0 nonbonding pairs on C. Because the
0 nonbonding pairs
bonding electron domains are not exactly the same, we predict some deviation from ideal 109.5∘
1 nonbonding pair angles.
2 nonbonding pairs
CBr4 : tetrahedral electrondomain geometry with 0 nonbonding pairs on C. We confidently
109.5∘
predict 109.5∘ angles.
120∘
Correct
Problem 9.26 Enhanced with Feedback
You may want to reference (Page) Section 9.2 while completing this problem.
Draw the Lewis structure for each of the following molecules or ions and predict their electrondomain and molecular geometries.
Part A
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Draw the Lewis structure for AsF3 .
Draw the Lewis dot structure. To change the symbol of an atom, doubleclick on the atom and enter the letter of the new atom.
ANSWER:
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To draw the Lewis structure, first find the sum of the valence electrons. Arsenic is a group 5A (15) element with 5 valence electrons, and fluorine is a group 7A
(17) element with 7 valence electrons. The total number of electrons is
There are many ways to arrange the atoms, but not all configurations will form a valid structure. Begin drawing the structure by placing the first element in the
middle and connecting the rest of the atoms to it through single bonds. This will suffice for all binary compounds and for many others that do not begin with
hydrogen, as hydrogen can only form one single bond and cannot be a central atom. This will give a structure with arsenic in the middle bonded to three
fluorine atoms. From here, complete the octet of each atom by adding the rest of the electrons as nonbonding electrons. This means that one arsenic atom
will have one pair of nonbonding electrons, while each fluorine has three pairs of nonbonding electrons.
Part B
+
Draw the Lewis structure for CH3 .
Draw the Lewis dot structure. Show the formal charges of all nonhydrogen atoms in the correct structure.
ANSWER:
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Formal charge can be calculated using the following formula:
1
Formal charge = valence electrons − (bonding electrons) − nonbonding electrons
2
Plugging in these values for a hydrogen, we get
1
Formal charge of Hydrogen = 1 − (2) − 0 = 0
2
Plugging in these values for the carbon, we get
1
Formal charge of Carbon = 4 − (6) − 0 = +1
2
Therefore, the carbon atom will have a "+" to show its formal charge.
Part C
Draw the Lewis structure for BrF3 .
Draw the Lewis dot structure.
ANSWER:
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Bromine has access to the 4d orbitals and will expand its octet to accommodate a total of 10 valence electrons in the structure. Since each halogen is in
group 7A (17) and contributes 7 electrons for a total of 28 electros in BrF3 , this is the simplest way to draw a valid structure for this compound.
Part D
Draw the Lewis structure for ClO3 − .
Draw the Lewis dot structure. Show the formal charges of all nonhydrogen atoms in the correct structure.
ANSWER:
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Chlorine has access to the 3d orbitals and can expand its octet. While there is some debate regarding whether the best structure minimizes formal charges or
maintains octets without expanding any, for the answer the structure that minimized formal charges was expected. When chlorine expands its octet to
accommodate a total of 12 valence electrons, only the oxygen atom bound by a single bond carries a formal charge. If each oxygen atom is bound by a single
bond, each oxygen has a formal charge of 1−, while chlorine has a formal charge of 2+.
Part E
Draw the Lewis structure for XeF2 .
Draw the Lewis dot structure. To change the symbol of an atom, doubleclick on the atom and enter the letter of the new atom.
ANSWER:
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Although xenon is a noble gas and considered inert, it does have access to d orbitals to expand its octet and form compounds with some reactive elements.
Part F
Draw the Lewis structure for BrO2 − .
Draw the Lewis dot structure.
ANSWER:
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Part G
Predict the electrondomain geometry for each.
Match the words in the left column to the appropriate blanks in the sentences on the right.
ANSWER:
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seesaw
The molecule AsF3 has a(n) tetrahedral electrondomain geometry.
tetrahedral
trigonal planar
The molecule BrF3 has a(n) trigonal bipyramidal electrondomain geometry.
square pyramidal
The molecule ClO3 − has a(n) tetrahedral electrondomain geometry.
Tshaped
linear
trigonal pyramidal
square planar
Correct
Electrondomain geometry is a way to describe the arrangement of nonbonding electron domains, and the number of electron domains present can tell you
which geometry a structure will have. Having two electron domains means the structure will be linear, three and it will be trigonal planar, four is tetrahedral,
five is trigonal bipyramidal, and so on.
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Part H
Predict the molecular geometry for each.
Match the words in the left column to the appropriate blanks in the sentences on the right.
ANSWER:
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tetrahedral
The molecule XeF2 has a(n) trigonal bipyramidal molecular geometry.
square planar
trigonal bipyramidal
The molecule AsF3 has a(n) tetrahedral molecular geometry.
linear
The molecule ClO3 − has a(n) tetrahedral molecular geometry.
octahedral
bent
Tshaped
seesaw
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Molecular geometry can be a function of the number of both bonding and nonbonding electron domains. The molecular geometry can be determined by obtaining
the electrondomain geometry and then looking at only the bonding electron domains to determine the arrangement of the physical structure. For example, a
structure with a tetrahedral electrondomain geometry in which only three of the domains were from bonding constituents would be considered trigonal pyramidal
when only considering bonding domains.
Problem 9.27
This figure shows ballandstick drawings of three possible shapes of an AF3 molecule.
Part A
For each shape, give the electrondomain geometry on which the molecular geometry is based.
ANSWER:
Linear
Trigonal planar
(i) Tetrahedral
Trigonal bipyramidal
Octahedral
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Part B
ANSWER:
Linear
Trigonal planar
(ii) Tetrahedral
Trigonal bipyramidal
Octahedral
Correct
Part C
ANSWER:
Linear
Trigonal planar
(iii) Tetrahedral
Trigonal bipyramidal
Octahedral
Correct
Part D
For each shape, how many nonbonding electron domains are there on atom A?
Express your answers as integers. Enter your answers separated by commas.
ANSWER:
Correct
Part E
Which of the following elements will lead to an AF3 molecule with the shape in (ii): Li, B, N, Al, P, Cl ?
Check all that apply.
ANSWER:
Li
Al
Cl
Correct
Part F
Name one of the possible elements A those are expected to lead to the AF3 structure shown in (iii).
Express your answer as a chemicl symbol.
ANSWER:
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Cl
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Problem 9.34 Enhanced with Feedback
You may want to reference (Page) Section 9.2 while completing this problem.
Part A
Sort the following molecules or ions into their proper threedimensional molecular shapes.
Drag the appropriate molecules or ions to their respective bins.
ANSWER:
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2−
CCl2 Br 2 SeO4
−
NF3 IO2
2+
SBr 4
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All five structures contain four total electron domains on the central atom but have different numbers of nonbonding domains. This will cause them to have
different molecular geometries. The bent shape has two nonbonding domains, the tetrahedral shape has zero, and the trigonal pyramidal shape has one. The
unpaired electrons distort the bond angles accordingly.
VSEPR
According to valenceshell electronpair repulsion (VSEPR) theory, electron pairs around a central atom repel each other. This accounts for the geometries, or shapes, of
molecules. For example, CH4 is tetrahedral, with all four outer hydrogen atoms spaced 109.5∘ from each other, as shown here. This
geometry results from the fact that the bonding electron pairs repel each other equally and therefore remain as far apart as possible.
NH 3 , with three outer atoms and one lone pair, also has a tetrahedral electronic geometry. However, the bond angles in NH 3 are only 107 .
∘
This indicates that the magnitude of repulsion between a lone pair and a bonded pair of electrons must be
different from the magnitude of repulsion between two bonded pairs of electrons.
H2 O , with two outer atoms and two lone pairs, also has a tetrahedral electronic geometry. However, the bond
angles in H2 O are only 105∘ . This indicates that the magnitude of repulsion
between two lone pairs must be be different from the magnitude of repulsion
between a lone pair and a bonded pair of electrons.
If BP stands for a bonded pair of electrons and LP stands for a lone pair of electrons, then BPBP represents the repulsion between two bonded pairs, LPLP represents the
repulsion between two lone pairs, and BPLP represents the repulsion between a bonded pair and a lone pair of electrons.
Part A
Based on the bond angles in CH4 , NH3 , and H2 O, rank the magnitude of these repulsions.
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Rank from strongest to weakest repulsion. To rank items as equivalent, overlap them.
Hint 1. Identify the trend in bond angle
ANSWER:
have no effect on bond angle.
As we move from methane to ammonia to water, the addition of each lone pair appears to push the bonds together.
pull the bonds apart.
ANSWER:
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Strongest repulsion Weakest repulsion
The correct ranking cannot be determined.
Correct
Chapter 9 Question 19 Multiple Choice
Part A
Consider the following species when answering the following question:
(i) PCl3 (ii) CCl4 (iii) TeCl4 (iv) XeF4 (v) SF6
Of the molecules below, only ________ is polar.
ANSWER:
CH4
SeF4
CCl4
SiCl4
Correct
Chapter 9 Question 20 Multiple Choice
Part A
Consider the following species when answering the following question:
(i) NF3 (ii) BF3 (iii) IF3 (iv) PBr3 (v) BrCl3
Of the molecules below, only ________ is nonpolar.
ANSWER:
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NF3
PBr3
BrCl3
BF3
IF3
Correct
Geometry, Bond Angles, and Polarity
Iodine pentafluoride, IF5 , is sometimes used as a fluorination agent and is highly oxidative. It reacts vigorously with water to form hydrofluoric acid. Clearly one would like
to know quite a bit about the chemical nature of this compound to predict how it might behave when used as a fluorination agent. Therefore, to answer the questions in this
problem, you will need to draw the Lewis structure of iodine pentafluoride.
Part A
What is the electrondomain (chargecloud) geometry of IF5 ?
Enter the electrondomain geometry of the molecule.
Hint 1. Determine the steric number
The number of electron domains (also called charge clouds) around the central atom of a molecule is often called the steric number. What is the steric number
of this molecule?
Express your answer as an integer.
Hint 1. How to approach the problem
The steric number is equal to the number of outer atoms plus the number of lone pairs on the central atom.
Hint 2. Determine the number of outer atoms
How many outer atoms are bonded to the central atom in this molecule?
Express your answer as an integer.
ANSWER:
Hint 3. Determine the number of lone pairs
How many lone pairs are on the central atom of this molecule?
Express your answer as an integer.
ANSWER:
ANSWER:
ANSWER:
octahedral
Correct
Part B
What is the molecular geometry of IF5 ?
Enter the molecular geometry of the molecule.
Hint 1. How to approach the problem
The molecular geometry can be determined from the electronic geometry and the number of lone pairs on the central atom.
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Hint 2. Determine the number of lone pairs
How many lone pairs are on the central atom of this molecule?
Express your answer as an integer.
ANSWER:
ANSWER:
square pyramidal
Correct
Part C
Ignoring lonepair effects, what is the smallest bond angle in IF5 ?
Express your answer as an integer.
Hint 1. How to approach the problem
Knowing the electronic geometry of the molecule will allow you to determine the bond angles. Recall that the repulsion between the electron regions causes
them to exist as far apart from each other as possible.
ANSWER:
90 degrees
Correct
Part D
Which choice best describes the polarity of IF5 ?
Hint 1. Determine the electronegativity
Is there a difference in electronegativity between I and F?
ANSWER:
Yes
No
Hint 2. Determine the arrangement of the bonds
Based on the molecular geometry of this molecule, are the bonds arranged symmetrically about the central atom (such that bond polarities would cancel)?
ANSWER:
Yes
No
ANSWER:
The molecule is polar and has polar bonds.
The molecule is nonpolar and has polar bonds.
The molecule is polar and has nonpolar bonds.
The molecule is nonpolar and has nonpolar bonds.
Correct
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Give It Some Thought 9.5
The molecule O = C = S is linear and has a Lewis structure analogous to that of CO2 .
Part A
Would you expect this molecule to be nonpolar?
ANSWER:
yes
no
Correct
Go Figure 9.36
Contour representations of the molecular orbitals formed by 2p orbitals.
Part A
In which MO is the overlap of atomic orbitals greater, a σ2p or a π2p ?
ANSWER:
In σ2p the overlap of atomic orbitals is greater.
In π2p the overlap of atomic orbitals greater.
Correct
Go Figure 9.35
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Energylevel diagram for the Li2 molecule.
Part A
Which of the MOs in the diagram will have nodal planes?
Choose all that apply.
ANSWER:
σ1s
∗
σ
1s
σ2s
∗
σ
2s
Correct
Problem 9.4
The molecule shown here is difluoromethane (CH2 F2 ), which is used as a refrigerant called R32.
Part A
Based on the structure, how many electron domains surround the C atom in this molecule?
Express your answer as an integer.
ANSWER:
4 electron domains
Correct
Part B
Would the molecule have a nonzero dipole moment?
ANSWER:
yes
no
Correct
Part C
Which of the following describes the direction of the overall dipole moment vector in the molecule?
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ANSWER:
from the carbon atom toward a hydrogen atom
from the carbon atom toward a fluorine atom
from the carbon atom to a point midway between the hydrogen atoms
from the carbon atom to a point midway between the fluorine atoms
Correct
Problem 9.35
Part A
What is the distinction between a bond dipole and a molecular dipole moment?
Drag the terms on the left to the appropriate blanks on the right to complete the sentences.
ANSWER:
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triatomic electronegativities. A molecular dipole moment is the threedimensional sum of all the bond dipoles in
symmetric
Correct
Problem 9.39 Enhanced with Feedback
You may want to reference (Page) Section 9.3 while completing this problem.
Part A
Is the molecule BCl3 polar or nonpolar?
ANSWER:
nonpolar
polar
Correct
BCl3 contains relatively electronegative atoms, but the molecule has a symmetrical arrangement with a trigonal planar molecular geometry, so the bond
dipoles cancel out.
Part B
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yes
no
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Part C
Does the molecule BCl2 Br have a dipole moment?
ANSWER:
yes
no
Correct
BCl2 Br contains three relatively electronegative atoms, but not all are equally electronegative. This imbalance across the molecule causes a net dipole
moment even though the molecule is trigonal planar.
Problem 9.41
Part A
Predict whether each of the following molecules is polar or nonpolar IF, CS2 , SO3 , PCl3 , SF6 , IF5 .
Sort these compounds into the proper categories.
ANSWER:
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polar nonpolar
Correct
Formation of a Chemical Bond
Learning Goal:
To understand how a chemical bond is formed.
Chemical bonds hold atoms together in molecules. A chemical bond is a strong electrostatic attraction between two or more atoms. It is formed either by a transfer of
electrons or by a sharing of electrons such that each participating atom approaches a nearnoblegas configuration.
A bond formed by a transfer of electrons is called an ionic bond. A bond formed by a sharing of electrons is called a covalent bond. A coordinate covalent bond is formed
when an electronrich atom donates a pair of electrons to an electrondeficient atom.
Part A
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When two hydrogen atoms approach each other to form a chemical bond, different interactions occur between the atoms. Identify the correct statements with respect to
the interactions involved in the formation of chemical bond.
Check all that apply.
Hint 1. Interactions between the two hydrogen atoms
There are three sets of interactions in the formation of a chemical bond:
1. repulsion between the two electrons,
2. repulsion between the two nuclei, and
3. attraction between each electron and the other nucleus.
The formation of a chemical bond between two hydrogen atoms can be represented as follows:
ANSWER:
When two atoms of H are infinitely far apart, they show attractive interactions.
When two atoms of H approach each other, the electrons attract each other.
When two atoms of H approach each other, each electron is attracted by the other nucleus.
When two atoms of H approach each other, the two nuclei repel each other.
When two atoms of H approach each other, each electron repels the other nucleus.
Correct
Imagine bringing together two atoms of H that are initially very far apart. By convention, their potential energy is set to zero because there is no interaction
between them. As the two atoms approach each other, the following interactions occur:
1. Each electron is attracted to the other nucleus,
2. the two electrons repel each other, and
3. the two nuclei repel each other.
For the formation of a chemical bond between the two hydrogen atoms to occur, the attractive interactions must overcome the repulsive interactions. Since
there is equal attraction for both the electrons from both the nuclei, the electron pair will lie in between the two nuclei, resulting in the formation of a covalent
bond.
The potential energy curve for the formation of a hydrogen molecule
The changes in the potential energy associated with the formation of a hydrogen molecule from individual hydrogen atoms is represented by the potential energy curve.
Initially, when the two hydrogen atoms are far apart, there is no interaction between them. However, as the two atoms come closer together, attraction and repulsion
between the two atoms occur. For the formation of a chemical bond to occur, the attractive forces must overcome the repulsive forces. As the attractive force increases, the
internuclear distance decreases and the potential energy of the system decreases. At the point where the potential energy is at a minimum, the attractive forces are
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balanced by the repulsive forces and a stable hydrogen molecule is formed. The internuclear distance corresponding to this point is called the bond length. For hydrogen
molecules, bond length is equal to 74 pm.
If the internuclear distance between the hydrogen atoms decreases further, then this leads to repulsion between the atoms, thereby increasing the potential energy of the
system and creating instability within the molecule.
Part B
Two hydrogen atoms interact to form a hydrogen molecule. Classify the following statements that describe the stages of bond formation in a hydrogen molecule
according to the predominant force existing between the two hydrogen atoms.
Drag the appropriate items to their respective bins.
Hint 1. How to approach the problem
To determine the predominant force existing between the two hydrogen atoms, you need to determine the change in potential energy of the system at the
particular point in the given potential energy curve. When there is no interaction between the two atoms as they are far apart, the potential energy of the system
is zero. The decrease in potential energy of the system corresponds to a net attractive force between the hydrogen atoms, whereas the increase in potential
energy of the system corresponds to a net repulsive force between the hydrogen atoms.
Hint 2. Identify the change in potential energy as the hydrogen atoms interact
Observe the potential energy curve for the formation of hydrogen molecule.
ANSWER:
increases
As the two hydrogen atoms approach each other to form a hydrogen molecule, the potential energy of the system decreases .
remains constant
Hint 3. Identify the change in potential energy after the bond is formed
Observe the potential energy curve for the formation of a hydrogen molecule. When a bond is formed, the internuclear distance between the two hydrogen
atoms equals the bond length.
ANSWER:
becomes zero
If the two atomic nuclei of the hydrogen atoms are further compressed, the potential energy of the system suddenly increases .
suddenly decreases
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The potential energy of the system is
The two hydrogen atoms approach The potential energy of the system is
positive.
each other to form a bond. at minimum.
The two hydrogen atoms are very far
The internuclear distance between the apart.
The two hydrogen atoms start to The two hydrogen atoms form a stable
two hydrogen atoms is less than the
combine to form a hydrogen molecule. hydrogen molecule.
bond length.
Correct
By looking at the plot of the energy of interaction for two atoms of H versus the internuclear distance from zero to infinity, you can observe the following:
1. The potential energy is zero when the two atoms of H are infinitely separated and no force exists between the atoms.
2. Where the curve slopes downward from right to left, the attractive interaction is predominant, as indicated by the decrease in potential energy.
3. Where the curve reaches a minimum, the molecule is most stable at this internuclear distance (74 pm).
4. Where the curve slopes upward from right to left, the repulsive interaction is predominant, as indicated by the increase in potential energy.
Part C
Bond length is the distance between the centers of two bonded atoms. On the potential energy curve, the bond length is the internuclear distance between the two
atoms when the potential energy of the system reaches its lowest value.
Given that the atomic radii of H and F are 25.0 pm and 72.0 pm , respectively, predict the bond length of the HF molecule.
Express your answer to three significant figures and include the appropriate units.
Hint 1. How to approach the problem
Bond length is the distance between the centers of two atoms joined by a covalent bond. To estimate the bond length of the given molecule, you need to
calculate the total distance between the centers of the two atoms given their atomic radii.
For example, consider the following molecule, AB. The atomic radii of A is r(A) and B is r(B). The predicted bond length of the molecule will be equal to the
sum of r(A) and r(B).
Hint 2. Identify the formula to determine the bond length
Bond length of the HF molecule can be determined from the atomic radii of H and F. Consider that the atomic radius of H is r(H) and the atomic radius of F
is r(F). Identify the correct formula to determine the bond length of the HF molecule.
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r(H) + r(F)
Bond length =
2
ANSWER:
Bond length = 97.0 pm
Correct
The actual bond length for HF might be different from the estimated bond length. As the bonded atoms experience some vibrations while moving toward and
away from each other, the distance between bonded atoms will vary slightly over a period of time.
The term bond length specifically refers to the average positions of the two atoms during the harmonic vibrations that they undergo.
Chapter 9 Question 16 Bimodal
Part A
The electrondomain geometry of a sulfurcentered compound is trigonal bipyramidal. The hybridization of the central sulfur atom is ________.
ANSWER:
sp
sp2
sp3
sp3d
sp3d2
Correct
Chapter 9 Question 18 Bimodal
Part A
The hybridization of orbitals on the central atom in a molecule is sp2. The electrondomain geometry about this central atom is ________.
ANSWER:
tetrahedral
trigonal bipyramidal
trigonal planar
octahedral
linear
Correct
Chapter 9 Question 22 Bimodal
Part A
In order to produce sp3 hybrid orbitals, ________ s atomic orbital(s) and ________ p atomic orbital(s) must be mixed.
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two, two
one, three
one, two
two, three
one, one
Correct
Chapter 9 Question 29 Multiple Choice
Part A
Consider the following species when answering the following question:
(i) PCl3 (ii) CCl4 (iii) TeCl4 (iv) XeF4 (v) SF6
In which of the molecules does the central atom utilize d orbitals to form hybrid orbitals?
ANSWER:
(i) and (ii)
(iii) only
(i) and (v)
(iii), (iv), and (v)
(v) only
Correct
Chapter 9 Question 31 Multiple Choice
Part A
Of the following, the central atom is sp3d2 hybridized only in ________.
ANSWER:
PH3
Br3
BeF2
XeF4
PCl5
Correct
Chapter 9 Question 34 Algorithmic
Part A
Of the following, only ________ has sp2 hybridization of the central atom.
ANSWER:
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SiH2Br2
NCl3
CO2
IF3
CO32
Correct
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