In counting the electron domains around the central atom in VSEPR theory,a ________ is not included.
A)nonbonding pair of electrons
B)single covalent bond
C)core level electron pair
D)double covalent bond
E)triple covalent bond

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In VSEPR theory, core level electron pairs (those in inner shells) are not considered when counting electron domains around the central atom. Only valence electrons involved in bonding or as nonbonding (lone) pairs are included.

In Counting the Electron Domains Around the Central Atom in VSEPR