13 Nov 2021
Problem 37a
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Section: Problems by Topic
Chapter 9: Chemical Bonding I:The Lewis Model
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13 Nov 2021
Given information
To draw the Lewis structure first, we will find out the total valence electrons.
Valence electron of Phosphorous=
Valence electron of Flourine=
Total Valence electron=
In PF5 Phosphorous exhibits expanded octet. It has more than eight i.e ten valence electrons.
Phosphorous being the least electronegative will occupy the central position. All Fluorine atoms will be around Phosphorous.
Step-by-step explanation
Step 1.
Total Valence electron=
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