How do you predict the shapes of the following molecules making use of VSEPR theory ?
`ClF_(3)` and

Explanation

In `ClF_(3)` around Cl atom there are 3 bond pair and 2 lone pair. These 5 electron pairs are arranged in trigonal bipyramid structure. To minimise the repulsions the lone pair always occupies the equatorial positions in trigonal bipyramid structure. So the shape of `ClF_(3)` becomes T - shape.