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2. The shape of NCl$_3$ molecule is ______. A. Trigonal pyramidal B. Trigonal planar C. Linear D. Bent E. Tetrahedral

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          2. The shape of NCl$_3$ molecule is ______.
A. Trigonal pyramidal
B. Trigonal planar
C. Linear
D. Bent
E. Tetrahedral

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Chemistry: Structure and Properties

Nivaldo Tro 2nd Edition

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07/06/2024

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Nitrogen (N) has 5 valence electrons, and each chlorine (Cl) atom has 7 valence electrons. The total number of valence electrons in NCl$_3$ is 5 + 3(7) = 26. Nitrogen is the central atom. The Lewis structure shows nitrogen single-bonded to three chlorine atoms, Show more…

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