Question-26 Which of the following molecules consist minimum lone pair of electrons in the valence shell of central atom?
(A) SCl_2
(B) PCl_3
(C) ClF_3
(D) XeF_4
Answer : (B)
Explanation:
| Molecule | No. of lone pairs on the central atom | No. of bonding pairs on the central atom |
|---|---|---|
| SCl₂ | 2 | 2 |
| PCl₃ | 1 | 3 |
| ClF₃ | 2 | 3 |
| XeF₄ | 2 | 4 |