What are the limitations of VSEPR theory ??

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​VSEPR theory fails to predict..

  • The shapes of isoelectronic species
  • Transition metal compounds which include inert pair effect.
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The theoretical basis of VSEPR theory regarding the effects of electron pair repulsion on molecular shapes is not well explained. This is main limitation of VSEPR theory.
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