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Since we cannot really look at something as small as an atom (actually, with the most powerful kind of microscope, it is just barely possible to get a picture of an individual atom, which looks like a tiny blob) we use very complicated mathematical models to tell us about the shape of an atom. The most complete mathematical description of the behavior of sub-atomic particles is the Shroedinger Equation, which is extremely difficult to solve, so we can only get a complete answer in relatively simple cases.
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What model is used to determine molecular shape?
The VSEPR (Valence Shell Electron Pair Repulsion) model is commonly used to determine molecular shape. This model is based on the idea that electron pairs in the valence shell of an atom repel each other and thus orient themselves in a way that minimizes repulsion to give the molecule its shape.
Why do valence electrons determine how an atom interacts with other atom?
They are on the outside of the atom. (Apex 2021)
Which of the following particles is used to determine the mass of an atom?
Mass of an atom is determined by the no. of protons+ no. of neutrons in the atom.
determines the shape of an atom?
angles
Does an electron determine what element it is?
The number of protons determine which element an atom is and normally the number of electrons is equal to it. Strip an electron off an iron atom and you have an ionised iron atom.
How do you determine the atom the atomic mass of an atom?
Proton + Nuetron = Atomic Mass
What kind of shape does water have?
If you mean it by its atomic shape, its a hydrogen atom at both sides and an oxygen atom in the middle. But if you mean it by its normal appearance, then it can take up any shape.
How did the scientists determine the shape of the earth?
round shape
What is the physical shape of a minerals atom?
All atoms are a fuzzy, indistinct shape.
What in a atom determine its chemical properties?
electrons
Which component of the atom can change its identity to a new element?
Protons determine which element an atom is.
Why do valence electrons determine how an atom with other atoms?
They are on the outside of the atom. (Apex 2021)
