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In the structure of ClF3 , the number of lone pair of electrons on central atom ‘Cl’ is
Chemistryp Block Elements (Group 15, 16, 17 & 18)NEET
Options:
  • A Four
  • B Two
  • C One
  • D Three
Solution:
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The correct answer is: Two
The structure of ClF3 is T-Shape due to lone pair-lone pair electronic repulsion as follows

Hence, the number of lone pair of electrons on central Cl-atom is 2.

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