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Explain how the electron pair repulsion theory can be used to deduce the shape of, and the bond angle in, PF3 .

Number of electrons from P= 5 e , Number of electrons from 3F = 3 e , Total number of electrons around P = 8 e Therefore there is a total number of 4 electron pairs surrounding P. three of which are bond ...

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Answered by Yusuf A. Chemistry tutor
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State the meaning of the term first ionisation energy

Energy (or enthalpy) needed to remove one electron from one atom.

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Answered by Azobir E. Chemistry tutor
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What is a transition metal complex?

A transition metal complex is a central metal ion (for example platinum) surrounded by ligands.  Ligands are ions or small molecules that donate a pair of electrons to the central metal ion and surround i...

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What is the electronic configuration for Sulphur?

So firstly, the first two columns in the periodic table are classed as the 's' group, the next 10 groups/columns, which are the transition metals are called the 'd' group, the last 6 colums are classified...

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Which liquid would you expect to have a higher boiling point, Bromine (Br2) or Iodine I2)? Explain your answer.

Correct answer: Iodine .  The asymetirc distribution of electrons leading to an instantaneous dipole would be greater for Iodine than Bormine as it has a higher number of electrons surrounding it's nucleu...

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