VSEPR Theory Calculator

Calculate Molecular Geometry



Formula

To calculate the molecular geometry using VSEPR Theory:

\[ MG = V - N \]

Where:

VSEPR Theory Definition

VSEPR (Valence Shell Electron Pair Repulsion) Theory is a model used in chemistry to predict the geometry of individual molecules based on the number of electron pairs surrounding their central atoms. It postulates that these electron pairs, including both bonding and lone pairs, will arrange themselves in three-dimensional space to minimize their mutual repulsion. This arrangement determines the shape of the molecule. While the basic VSEPR theory provides a simplified method to predict molecular shapes, more complex considerations may be required for accurate predictions in specific cases.

Example Calculation 1

Let's assume the following values:

Using the formula:

\[ MG = 8 - 2 = 6 \]

The molecular geometry value is 6.

Example Calculation 2

Let's assume the following values:

Using the formula:

\[ MG = 10 - 4 = 6 \]

The molecular geometry value is 6.