Amongst $ClF_3$,$BF_3$ and $NH_3$ molecules,the one with non-planar geometry is:

  • A
    $ClF_3$
  • B
    $NH_3$
  • C
    $BF_3$
  • D
    None of these

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Which set of species is arranged in order of increasing $O-N-O$ bond angle?

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Given below are two statements:
Statement $I:$ $SO_2$ and $H_2O$ both possess $V$-shaped structure.
Statement $II:$ The bond angle of $SO_2$ is less than that of $H_2O$.
In the light of the above statements,choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:

If lone pairs of electrons occupy axial positions,then which of the following statements about $ClF_3$ is incorrect?

Match List-$I$ with List-$II$ and select the correct answer:
List-$I$ (species) List-$II$ ($O-N-O$ angle)
$A$. $NO_2^+$ $1$. $180^{\circ}$
$B$. $NO_2$ $2$. $132^{\circ}$
$C$. $NO_2^-$ $3$. $115^{\circ}$
$D$. $NO_3^-$ $4$. $120^{\circ}$

Based upon $VSEPR$ theory,match the shape (geometry) of the molecules in List-$I$ with the molecules in List-$II$ and select the most appropriate option.
List-$I$ (Shape)List-$II$ (Molecules)
$A$. $T$-shaped$I$. $XeF_4$
$B$. Trigonal planar$II$. $SF_4$
$C$. Square planar$III$. $ClF_3$
$D$. See-saw$IV$. $BF_3$

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