AIPMT PRELIMS2012Chemistry-Chemical Bonding
AIPMT PRELIMS 2012 Chemistry VSEPR Theory MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 11
Which of the following species contains three bond pairs and one lone pair around the central atom?

A
PCl₃
B
H₂O
C
BF₃
D
NH₂⁻
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
PCl₃ has three bond pairs and one lone pair around the phosphorus atom.
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