Which Statement About VSEPR Theory Is Not Correct

question 54

Multiple Choice

Which statement about VSEPR theory is not correct?

• A)The molecular shape or geometry is determined by the positions of the atoms in the molecule.
• B)In VSEPR theory, the shape or geometry of a molecule is determined by electron-electron repulsion.
• C)The steric number of a central atom is the sum of the number of bonds around the atom.
• D)The steric number has five values from 2 to 6.
• E)The electron-pair geometry is determined by the positions of the bonds and lone pairs in a molecule.

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