1. Molecular Geometry
    1. Use VSEPR theory to predict the molecular geometry of the following molecules:
      a) HI
      b) CBr 4
      c) AlBr 3
      d) CH 2 Cl 2
    2. Use VSEPR theory to predict the molecular geometries of the molecules whose Lewis structure are given below:
      F-S-F where each fluorine has three non bonding pairs of electrons and the sulfur has two nonbonding pairs of electrons.
    3. What two theories can be used to predict molecular geometry?
    4. Draw the Lewis structure, and use the VSEPR theory to predict the molecular geometry of the following molecules:
      a) SO 2
      b) Cl 4
      c) BCl 3
    5. Explain what is meant by sp 3 hybridization.
    6. a) What type of intermolecular force contributes to the high boiling point of water?
      b) Explain.
    7. a) What are intermolecular forces?
      b) In general, how do these forces compare in strength with those in ionic and metallic bonding?
      c) Where are the strongest intermolecular forces found?
    8. a) What are dipole-dipole forces?
      b) What determines the polarity of a molecule?
    9. a) What is meant by an induced dipole?
      b) What is the everyday importance of this type of intermolecular force?
    10. a) What is hydrogen bonding?
      b) What accounts for its extraordinary strength?
    11. What are London dispersion forces?
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