Lesson 4: Molecular Geometry
Primary Learning Goal
I can predict the shapes of molecules and polyatomic ions using the VSEPR model, and draw diagrams to represent their shapes.
Work
1. Read section 4.2 in the textbook.
2. Watch this video lesson (22 min) and take notes. Here’s the VSEPR Table referred to in the video.
3. Do these practice questions.
4. Check your solutions and review as needed.
Resources
4.2 Three-Dimensional Structure
Molecular Shapes Simulator (PhET)