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In BrF(3) molecule, the lone pairs occup...

In `BrF_(3)` molecule, the lone pairs occupy equatorial positions to minimize

A

Bond pair-bond pair repulsion only

B

Lone pair-lone pair repulsion and lone pair bond pair repulsion

C

Lone pair-lone pair repulsion only

D

Lone pair-bond pair repulsion only

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The correct Answer is:
C
To minimise lone pair - lone pair repulsion
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