How does VSEPR theory explain the electron group geometry of a molecule?
A) The bonds arrange themselves at 90º angles.
B) The groups are arranged as far away from each other as possible.
C) The groups are as close to each other as possible.
D) The bonds are close together but far away from the nonbonding pairs.
E) None of these answers explains VSEPR theory.

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VSEPR theory states that electron groups (bonding and nonbonding) around a central atom will arrange themselves as far apart as possible to minimize repulsion, which explains the geometry of molecules.

How Does VSEPR Theory Explain the Electron Group Geometry of a Molecule