Molecular geometry — Science definition

The three-dimensional shape formed by the atoms in a molecule.

Where it is taught

• Molecular Geometry & Polarity — Bonding, Formulas & Molecular Structure, Physical Science: Chemistry, Grade 11

Taught alongside

• VSEPR theory
• electronegativity
• polar bond
• nonpolar bond
• dipole
• intermolecular force
• hydrogen bond

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