Question

What molecular structure is expected for iodine trichloride ( $IC{l}_3$ ) molecule according to VSEPR model ?

• A. T-shaped
• B. See-saw
• C. Trigonal planer
• D. Linear

Answer 1

The correct option is A T-shaped

$IC{l}_3$ is a inter halogenic compound which is only one that is not a flouride $IC{l}_3$ has 2 lone pairs and 3 bond pairs. According to VSEPR theory , T-shape is expected for iodine trichloride. But, the original shape is triagonal bipyrimidal.

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