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Which of the following statements is not correct about the structure of `PCl_(5)`?

A

`PCl_(5)` has a trigonal bipyramidal structure.

B

Three equatorial P-Cl bonds are equivalent.

C

The two axial bonds are different and longer than equatorial bonds.

D

Equatorial bond pairs suffer more repulsion than that of the axial bond pairs.

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The correct Answer is:
D
The axial bond pairs suffer more repulsion as compared to equatorial bond pairs.
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