AIIMS2012Chemistry-Molecular Geometry
AIIMS 2012 Chemistry VSEPR Theory Assertion Reason Question
Type: Assertion Reason-conceptual-Medium-Class 11
Assertion : ClF₃ has T⁻shape structure. Reason : It has two lone pairs arranged at 180° angle.
A
If both assertion and reason are true and reason is the correct explanation of assertion
B
If both assertion and reason are true but reason is not the correct explanation of assertion
C
If assertion is true but reason is false
D
If both assertion and reason are false
Correct Answer
Option C
Detailed Explanation
The lone pairs are at equatorial position (120° angle).
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