4. Lewis structure of the POCI3 molecule is as follow: CI CI- CI a) Based on the VSEPR theory, what is the shape of the POCI3 molecule? Explain. b) Explain the orbitals used by P atoms to form: (i) o bonding, (ii) bonding. c) Describe the polarity of the molecule and give reasons for your answer.

4. Lewis structure of the POCI3 molecule is as follow: CI CI- CI a) Based on the VSEPR theory, what is the shape of the POCI3 molecule? Explain. b) Explain the orbitals used by P atoms to form: (i) o bonding, (ii) bonding. c) Describe the polarity of the molecule and give reasons for your answer.

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Chapter20: The Representative Elements

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