NEETChemistryChemical Bonding and Molecular Structure
Why are the axial bonds longer as compared to equatorial bonds in the case of PCl 5 ?
Options
- AThe axial bonds are longer due to decreased electron-electron repulsions in the axial position.
- BThe axial bonds are longer because the axial position experiences more steric hindrance than the equatorial po
- CThe axial bonds are longer because of the greater ionic character in those bonds.
- DThe axial bonds are longer due to the presence of lone pairs on the central phosphorus atom.
Correct answer
B. The axial bonds are longer because the axial position experiences more steric hindrance than the equatorial po
Step-by-step solution
Correct Option is : (B) The axial bonds are longer because the axial position experiences more steric hindrance than the equatorial position.