Answer to Question #277325 in General Chemistry for Chan

Question

Using Valence shell Electron Pair Repulson (VSEPR) theory, predict the molecular geometry of Sufur trioxide, SO3

Answer 1

Valence Shell Electron Pair Repulsion Theory shortened as VSEPR Theory. The statement of the VSEPR theory is, "The geometry of terminal atoms or a group of atoms around a central atom of a covalent bond or a charged ion is determined only by the repulsion present between the valence shell of the central atom."