NEET2019Chemistry-Inorganic Chemistry
NEET 2019 Chemistry Phosphorus Compounds MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 12
Identify the INCORRECT statement related to PCl₅ from the following.
A
Two axial P – Cl bonds make an angle of 180° with each other.
B
Axial P – Cl bonds are longer than equatorial P – Cl bonds.
C
PCl₅ molecule is non-reactive.
D
Three equatorial P – Cl bonds make an angle of 120° with each other.
Correct Answer
Option C
Detailed Explanation
PCl₅ is reactive due to the presence of axial and equatorial bonds, which makes it susceptible to hydrolysis and other reactions.
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