Lone pair Uncommon

Definition, synonyms and related words

Definitions

Noun

A pair of electrons in the valence shell of an atom that does not participate in bonding.

See Also

valence shell nitrogen inversion atom electron bonding conjugated

Related Terms

valence shell nitrogen inversion atom electron bonding conjugated

Rhyming Words

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