Molecular Polarity definitions Flashcards

Influences physical and chemical properties due to unequal electron sharing.

A measure of an atom's ability to attract electrons in a bond.

A molecule with equal electron distribution, often hydrocarbons or perfect shapes.

A molecule with uneven electron distribution, lacking a perfect shape.

A compound composed solely of carbon and hydrogen atoms.

Molecular geometry with identical surrounding elements and no lone pairs.

Central atom with identical surrounding elements and no lone pairs.

Central atom with identical surrounding elements, linear or square planar.

A pair of valence electrons not shared with another atom.

Either a surrounding element or a lone pair on the central atom.

A molecular shape where atoms are arranged in a straight line.

A molecular shape with atoms arranged in a square on a single plane.

A diagram showing the bonding between atoms and lone pairs of electrons.