Question

PF3Br2 is a nonpolar molecule. Based on this information, determine the F−P−F bond angle, the Br−P−Br bond angle, and the F−P−Br bond angle. Enter the number of degrees of the F−P−F, Br−P−Br, and F−P−Br bond angles, separated by commas (e.g., 30,45,90)

Answer 1

120,180,90.

Step-by-step explanation:

PF3Br2 has a trigonal bypiramidal geometry. The three atoms of F will be arranged around the P atom in the same plane and each F-P-F bond will have an angle of 120 degrees. There will be only one Br atom above and beneath the P atom so the bond angle for Br-P-Br will be 180 degrees. Finally, the F−P−Br bond angle will be at 90 degrees.