Account for each of the following observations. (a) IF 5 is a polar molecule. (b) The first

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Account for each of the following observations.

(a) IF5 is a polar molecule.

(b) The first ionization energy of K is lower than that of Li.

(c) BI3 is trigonal planar while PI3 is trigonal pyramidal in shape.

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Inorganic Chemistry

ISBN: 9781292134147

5th Edition

Authors: Catherine Housecroft

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