Draw a dot-cross diagram of Chlorine Triflouride, and discuss the shape exhibited by the molecule

(Drawing cannot be put into this area). The shape of this molecule is influenced by the bonding regions and lone pair regions (lone pairs repel more than bonded pairs). The molecule has 2 lone pairs and 3 bonding regions, which gives 5 regions in total. This geometry therefore is Trigonal Pyramidial, with 2 of the lone pairs occupying the equatorial orbits (more advanced than A-Level).

GW
Answered by George W. Chemistry tutor

3279 Views

See similar Chemistry A Level tutors

Related Chemistry A Level answers

All answers ▸

In d block chemistry, Copper and Chromium electron configuration do not follow the electron filling trend , why is this?


Explain how the electron pair repulsion theory can be used to deduce the shape of, and the bond angle in, PF3 .


How are amino acids involved in condensation and hydrolysis reactions?


Define enthalpy of neutralisation and state standard conditions:


We're here to help

contact us iconContact ustelephone icon+44 (0) 203 773 6020
Facebook logoInstagram logoLinkedIn logo

MyTutor is part of the IXL family of brands:

© 2026 by IXL Learning