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A model for ClF5 is shown in the chem3D window. ClF5 has square pyramidal geometry

ball & stick f abols Rotate the molecule until you have a feeling for its three-dimensional shape. How many F atoms are bonded to the central Clatom? 6 A molecule with square pyramidal geometry would result if one of the outer atoms were removed from an octahedral molecule. Does it matter which one of the outer atoms is removed? no 3 Are all of the outer atoms geometrically equivalent in a square pyramidal molecule or are there two types? all equivalent What approximate angle at the Cl atom does an F atom make with an F atom that is adjacent to it? 90 degrees. What approximate angle at the Cl atom does an F atom make with an F atom that is opposite from it? 90 degrees <Previous For practice, type in the name of the geometry of the molecule: trigonal bipyramid Next >

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