Question

The molecule which has pyramidal shape is

• A. $PC{l}_3$
• B. $S{O}_3$
• C. $C{O}_3^{2-}$
• D. $N{O}_3^{-}$

Answer 1

Answer: (A)

$PC{l}_3$ has $s{p}^3$-hybridised phosphorus, with one lone pair. Therefore, molecule has pyramidal shape like ammonia.