How Do You Draw the VSEPR Structure for CH3CH3?

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The discussion focuses on drawing the VSEPR structure for ethane (CH3CH3), with participants noting that it consists of two tetrahedral shapes connected together. There is a consensus that the molecule is non-polar due to its symmetrical structure. Participants express confusion about determining dipole moments, with one seeking a reliable method for evaluation. The conversation highlights the importance of understanding carbon chain molecules and their properties. Overall, the thread emphasizes the structural characteristics and polarity of ethane in VSEPR theory.
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Homework Statement



Draw the VSEPR structures.
CH3CH3

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This is throwing me off because there are basically 2 tetrahedral. So, that is what I did. I drew a tetrahedral VSEPR structure and I connected another one to it upside down.
Is that wrong? I wish I could draw it somehow to show you. On here. I said this molecule is non-polar. Symmetric so everything dies.
 
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Looks like you have a molecule of ethane. Do you know about carbon chain molecules yet?
 
No. They just gave me like a couple practice problems. I have a question. I have a little trouble with determining the dipole moment sometimes. What is a safe way to determine it? I know if the molecule is symmetric and all X;s are the same then it is non polar.
 

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