3D Octahedral Geometry · Coordination Geometry Lab

Rotate a six-coordinate molecule, measure its angles, and reveal its symmetry.

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Octahedral geometry is a three-dimensional arrangement with six surrounding positions around one central atom.

1 Find the center2 Place six ligands3 Measure angles4 Test symmetry

Rotate the structure and watch each narrated axis, angle, ligand, and symmetry relationship light up.

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Visible ligands

Bond angle (degrees)

Central atom

Distortion (%)

Predict: octahedral?

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