Which Is the Most Reasonable Prediction for the Cl-N-Cl Bond

question 131

Multiple Choice

Which is the most reasonable prediction for the Cl-N-Cl bond angle in NCl₃?

• A) 120°
• B) 111°
• C) 109.5°
• D) 107°
• E) 90°

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Definitions:

Bromination

A chemical reaction that involves the addition of bromine to organic compounds, often used to test for unsaturation.

Major Organic Product

In a chemical reaction, it refers to the predominant outcome or compound produced in the highest amount compared to any side products.

Activating Power

Refers to the ability of a group attached to a benzene ring to increase its reactivity towards electrophilic aromatic substitution by making the ring electrons more available.

Electrophilic Aromatic Substitution

A reaction where an aromatic compound's hydrogen is replaced by an electrophile, often facilitated by the stability of the aromatic system.