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Question: The most stable shape of \(ClF_{3}\)is shown by <img src="https://cdn.pureessence.tech/canvas_417.p...

The most stable shape of ClF3ClF_{3}is shown by

A

(i) only

B

(i) and (iii)

C

(ii) only

D

(iii) only

Answer

(i) only

Explanation

Solution

: In (i), the lp are at equatorial position so there are less lp-lp repulsions compared to other positions. Hence, T – shape is most stable.