Shown Below Is a Model of PCl₅ Having an Orientation

question 89

Multiple Choice

Shown below is a model of PCl₅ having an orientation in which one or more atoms are hidden from view.What is the indicated bond angle?

• A)less than 109.5°
• B)109.5°
• C)less than 120° but greater than 109.5°
• D)120°

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