NEET 2018 · ChemistryVSEPR shapePrevious Year Question

In the structure of , the number of lone pairs of electrons on the central atom Cl is:

Answer: (B) Two. \textbf{Answer:} (B) Two \textbf{Solution:} Cl in has 7 valence electrons; 3 are used in bonds to three F atoms, leaving 4 non-bonding electrons = 2 lone pairs.

  1. A.Four
  2. B.Two✓
  3. C.One
  4. D.Three

Correct Answer

(B) Two

Solution & Explanation

\textbf{Answer:} (B) Two \textbf{Solution:} Cl in has 7 valence electrons; 3 are used in bonds to three F atoms, leaving 4 non-bonding electrons = 2 lone pairs. This gives an (T-shaped) molecule with two lone pairs on Cl.

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