B. Electronegativity determines the molecular geometry around a bond.

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B. Electronegativity Determines Molecular Geometry Around a Bond Understanding molecular geometry is essential in chemistry because it influences how molecules behave, interact, and perform specific functions—from biological catalysis to industrial catalysts. While bond angles and molecular shapes are often visualized through models like VSEPR theory (Valence Shell Electron Pair Repulsion), one critical yet sometimes underappreciated factor shaping these geometries is electronegativity. This article explores how electronegativity directly influences molecular geometry around a chemical bond, affecting hybridization, bond polarity, and overall molecular structure. --- ### What is Electronegativity?