VSEPR THEORY

Options

A. the shape of the molecule depends upon the bonded electron pairs
B. pair of electrons attract each other in valence shells
C. the pairs of electrons tend to occupy such positions that minimise repulsions
D. the pairs of electrons tend to occupy such positions that minimise distances from each other.

Answer

C

Explanation

The pairs of electrons tend to occupy such positions that place them farthest from each other and minimise repulsions.