According to the VSEPR Theory, the Actual F -As -F $\circ$

question 6

Multiple Choice

According to the VSEPR theory, the actual F -As -F bond angles in the AsF₄^- ion are predicted to be

• A) 109.5^\(\circ\).
• B) 90^\(\circ\) and 120^\(\circ\).
• C) 180^\(\circ\).
• D) < 109.5^\(\circ\).
• E) < 90^\(\circ\) and < 120^\(\circ\).

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Definitions:

Covalent Bond

Type of chemical bond in which two atoms share a pair of electrons. Can be polar or nonpolar.

Hydrogen Bond

A modest bond formed between two molecules as a result of the electrostatic interaction between a proton found in one molecule and an atom that is electronegative in the other molecule.

Opposite Charge

A fundamental principle in physics and chemistry where two entities have electrical charges of different signs, such as positive and negative, attracting each other.

Chemical Bond

The force of attraction between atoms or ions that enables the formation of chemical compounds.