Question

In which of the following molecules, sigma bonds formed by the overlap of $s{p}^{3}d$ and p-orbitals are present.

• A. $PC{l}_5$
• B. $Cl{F}_3$
• C. $SbC{l}_3$
• D. $HCl{O}_4$

Answer 1

Answer: (B)

$Cl{F}_3$

$Cl{F}_3=3+\frac{7-3}{2}=3+2$
$s{p}^{3}d$ hybridisation
overlap of $s{p}^{3}d$ and P orbitals of $Cl$ and $F$ takes place.