In this video, we apply VSEPR theory to molecules and ions with three groups or "clouds" of electrons around the central atom. To minimize repulsions, three electron clouds will always adopt a trigonal planar electron geometry. If none of the clouds is a lone pair, the molecular geometry will also be trigonal planar. If one of the clouds is a lone pair, the molecular geometry will be bent.
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