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Octahedral (AX6)
This is an example of an octahedral molecule. These molecules
have 6 atoms surrounding a central atom. The atoms directly across
from each other are called "trans," and the atoms next to each other
are called "cis." The ideal octahedron has 90 degree angles and equal
distances. Sulfur hexafluoride is a commonly used example because it
has all 90 degree angles and equal distances of 1.56 Angstroms on the
F-S bonds.
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