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Identify the incorrect statement for \mathrm{PCl}_{5} from the following.

Option: 1

In this molecule, orbitals of phosphorous are assumed to undergo \mathrm{sp}^{3} \mathrm{~d} hybridization.


Option: 2

The geometry of \mathrm{PCl}_{5} is trigonal bipyramidal.


Option: 3

\mathrm{PCl}_{5} has two axial bonds stronger than three equatorial bonds.


Option: 4

The three equatorial bonds of \mathrm{PCl}_{5} lie in a plane.


Answers (1)

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The structure of \mathrm{PCl_{5}} is

P is \mathrm{sp^{3}d} hybridised.

The two axial bonds are longer and weaker than the equatorial bonds.

Hence, statement in option (3) is in correct.

Thus, answer is Option (3)

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