Question

In which of the following, there are 3 bp and 2 lp?

• A. $NH_3$
• B. $PH_3$
• C. $ClF_3$
• D. $AlCl_3$

Answer 1

Answer: (C)

$ClF_3$

Answer 2

In ClF$_3$, the central atom (Cl) has three bond-pairs and two lone-pairs of electrons.