Chemistry-(general)
NEET Chemistry (general) MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Easy-Class 12
What is the molecular shape of phosphorus trichloride (PCl₃) as described in the given context?
A
Trigonal bipyramidal
B
Pyramidal
C
Tetrahedral
D
Linear
Correct Answer
Option B
Detailed Explanation
According to the NCERT context, phosphorus trichloride (PCl₃) has a pyramidal shape due to the sp³ hybridisation of phosphorus.
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