Question

The most stable shape of $Cl{F}_3$ is shown by:

• A. (i) only
• B. (i) and (iii)
• C. (ii) only
• D. (iii) only

Answer 1

The correct option is A (i) only

Molecule $Cl{F}_3$ has $3$ bond pairs and $1$ lone pair, hence according to the VSEPR theory it has $T$-shape geometry. The pyramidal geometry will decrease $lp-bp$ repulsion and gives stability to the molecule by attaining the shape which is given in structure (i).

Hence, the correct answer is option $\text{A}$.