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In compounds of type $EC1_3$, where E = B , P, As or Bi, the angles Cl-E - Cl for different E are in the order

Updated On: Jun 14, 2022
  • B > P = As = Bi
  • B > P > As > Bi
  • B < P = As = Bi
  • B < P < As < Bi
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The Correct Option is B

Solution and Explanation

In BC13, bond angle = 120$^{\circ}$. In PC13, AsC13 and BiCl3, central atom is $sp^3$ hybridised. Since P, As and Bi are from the same group, bond angle decreases down the group. Hence, overall order of bond angle is : $ \, \, \, \, \, \, \, \, \, $ B > P > As > Bi
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