The basic tenet of valence bond electron pair repulsion theory is that the pairs of...

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The basic tenet of valence bond electron pair repulsion theory is that the pairs of electrons making the sigma bonds dictate the shape of molecules. The pi-bonds often encounter in some molecules serve to

  • A) distort the shape of molecules
  • B) alter the angle between the atoms in molecules
  • C) shorten the sigma bonds in molecules
  • D) explain the shape of molecules.

Correct Answer: B) alter the angle between the atoms in molecules

Explanation

pi-bonds alter the angle between the atoms in molecules



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