What is the point group for ClOF3? How about XeO3F2?
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- ClOF3 has a central chlorine atom bonded to one oxygen and three fluorine atoms. - Chlorine has 7 valence electrons, oxygen contributes 2 electrons (as it forms a double bond), and each fluorine contributes 1 electron. - Total valence electrons = 7 (Cl) + 6 Show moreā¦
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