Question

Cl−P−Cl bond angles in $PC{l}_5$ molecule are:

• A. ${120}^o$ and ${90}^o$
• B. ${60}^o$ and ${90}^o$
• C. ${60}^o$ and ${120}^o$
• D. ${120}^o$ and ${30}^o$

Answer 1

The correct option is A ${120}^o$ and ${90}^o$

The bond angle in $PC{l}_3$ is are ${120}^0$ (equitorial bond angle) and ${90}^0$ (axial bond angle)
Hence option A is correct.