Identify the correct statement about $\mathrm{ClF}{}_3$ from the following options:

Solution & Explanation

\textbf{Answer:} (A) It has T-shaped geometry with two lone pairs on the Cl atom. \textbf{Solution:} $\mathrm{ClF}{}_3$ is $AB3E2$: Cl has 7 valence electrons, 3 bond pairs + 2 lone pairs ($s{p}^{3}d$). The two lone pairs occupy equatorial positions of the trigonal bipyramid, giving a T-shaped geometry.