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In VSEPR theory, which repulsion is the strongest?
ABond pair with bond pair
BBond pair with lone pair
CLone pair with lone pair
DNucleus with bond pair
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: C. Lone pair with lone pair
Lone pairs are held close to one nucleus and spread out more, so two lone pairs repel each other most strongly.
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