PCl3 Molecular Geometry, Lewis Structure, Bond Angle and Hybridization PCl3 Molecular Geometry, Lewis Structure, Bond Angle and Hybridization

PCl3 Molecular Electron Geometry, Lewis Structure, Bond Angles and Hybridization

Phosphorus trichloride is made up of one Phosphorus atom and three Chlorine atoms, having a chemical formula of PCl3. It is a volatile liquid that reacts with water and releases HCl gas. It is a toxic compound but is used in several industries. Phosphorus Trichloride is widely used in manufacturing Phosphites and other organophosphorus compounds. 

Name of moleculePhosphorus trichloride ( PCl3)
No of Valence Electrons in the molecule26
Hybridization of PCl3sp3 hybridization
Bond AnglesLess than 109 degrees
Molecular Geometry of PCl3Trigonal Pyramidal

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