Chemical Bonding And Molecular Structure Question 229
Question: Which one of the following is a correct set with respect to molecule, hybridisation and shape [EAMCET 2003]
Options:
A) $ BeCl_2 $ , $ sp^{2} $ , linear
B) $ BeCl_2 $ , $ sp^{2} $ , triangular planar
C) $ BCl_3 $ , $ sp^{2} $ , triangular planar
D) $ BCl_3 $ , $ sp^{3} $ , tetrahedral
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Answer:
Correct Answer: C
Solution:
$ BCl_3 $ Boron trichloride molecule show $ sp^{2} $ -hybridization and trigonal planar structure.