Molecular shape

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-007516",
  "term": "Molecular shape",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "The three-dimensional arrangement of atoms within a molecule, determined by bond lengths, bond angles, and torsional angles. This spatial configuration influences a molecule's physical and chemical properties, including its reactivity and ability to interact with other molecules. The VSEPR theory is commonly used to predict the geometry of simple molecules.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "see_also": [
    "connectivity"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 1997, 69, 1137. 'Glossary of terms used in computational drug design (IUPAC Recommendations 1997)' on page 1147 (https://doi.org/10.1351/pac199769051137)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/molecular-shape/"
}