The heavier halogens (Cl, Br, and I) form compounds in which the central halogen atom, X, is

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The heavier halogens (Cl, Br, and I) form compounds in which the central halogen atom, X, is bonded directly to oxygen and to fluorine. Several examples are known, including those with formulas of the type FXO2, FXO3, and F3XO. The structures of these molecules are all consistent with the VSEPR model. Draw Lewis structures and predict the geometries of 

(a) chloryl fluoride, FClO2

(b) perchloryl fluoride, FClO3;

(c) F3ClO.

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General Chemistry Principles And Modern Applications

ISBN: 9780132931281

11th Edition

Authors: Ralph Petrucci, Jeffry Madura, F. Herring, Carey Bissonnette

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