VSEPR Theory | Molecular Geometry

Chapter 9 - Molecular Geometry

Draw the Lewis structure of cyanamide (NH₂CN).

Describe the bonding around the carbon atom and nitrogen atom.

Draw a 3D representation of cyanamide.

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Solution

Lewis structure of cyanamide:

Around C ⇒ AX₂ ⇒ linear

Around N ⇒ AX₃E ⇒ trigonal pyramidal

3D representation of cyanamide:

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