Valence Bond Theory
| Also Known As | VBT, valence bond model, Heitler-London theory, orbital overlap model |
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What is Valence Bond Theory?
A quantum mechanical theory describing covalent bonding as the overlap of atomic orbitals from two atoms, each containing one electron. The resulting bond consists of the shared electron pair in the region of overlap. Hybridization extends valence bond theory to explain molecular geometries.
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A quantum mechanical theory describing covalent bonding as the overlap of atomic orbitals from two atoms, each containing one electron. The resulting bond consists of the shared electron pair in the region of overlap. Hybridization extends valence bond theory to explain molecular geometries.
Valence Bond Theory is used to explain the geometry and bond angles of molecules using hybridisation. It is the basis for understanding sigma and pi bond formation. VBT guides the interpretation of spectroscopic data and molecular reactivity in organic chemistry.
Valence Bond Theory is a theoretical framework. Understanding orbital overlap through VBT helps predict the reactivity of molecules with different bonding types.