Use VSEPR Theory to Predict the Geometry of the PCl₃

question 5

Multiple Choice

Use VSEPR theory to predict the geometry of the PCl₃ molecule.

• A) linear
• B) bent
• C) trigonal planar
• D) trigonal pyramidal
• E) tetrahedral

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