Chemistry: Principles and Reactions
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Chapter 7, Problem 74QAP
Consider the following molecules: SiH4, PH3, H2S. In each case, a central atom is surrounded by four electron pairs. In which of these molecules would you expect the bond angle to be less than 109.5°? Explain your reasoning.
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