Question

The correct statement for the molecule, $CsI_3$ is

• A. it is a covalent molecule
• B. it contains ${Cs}^+$ and ${I_3}^-$ ions
• C. it contains ${Cs}^{3+}$ and ${I}^-$ ions
• D. it contains ${Cs}^{+}$, ${I}^-$ and lattice ${I}_2$ molecule

Answer 1

Answer: (B)

$I _{3}^{-}$ is an ion made up of $I _{2}$ and $I ^{-}$which has linear shape. While $Cs ^{+}$ is an alkali metal cation.