The Molecule XCl₅^- has a Square Pyramidal Shape

question 11

Multiple Choice

The molecule XCl₅^- has a square pyramidal shape. Which of the following atoms could be X?

• A) O
• B) Xe
• C) P
• D) S
• E) At least two of these atoms could be X.

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