VSEPR Theory Distorted Lone Pair Geometries

Examine how lone pairs distort molecular shapes using the advanced Indigo® VSEPR model kit. Build see-saw, T-shaped, and bent geometries from various geometry centers.

Investigate how lone pairs of electrons change molecular geometry with Indigo® VSEPR Models. Starting from basic electron-domain shapes, replace bonding pairs with lone pairs to observe real-world distortions like bent, see-saw, and T-shaped geometries. This hands-on exploration shows how electron repulsion patterns explain molecular structure beyond idealized shapes.

Note that the Orbit style of molecular models features additional an carbon configuration which is used in our 12 base DNA model. See the Orbit Components page for the 108^o-126^o-126^o sp² carbon