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Given chemical reaction in support of the statement that all the bonds in `PCl_(5)` molecule are not equivalent.

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To demonstrate that all the bonds in the PCl₅ molecule are not equivalent, we can analyze the chemical reaction that occurs when PCl₅ is heated. Here’s a step-by-step solution: ### Step 1: Understanding PCl₅ Structure PCl₅ (phosphorus pentachloride) has a trigonal bipyramidal structure. In this structure, there are two types of bonds: - **Axial bonds**: These are the bonds that are aligned vertically (up and down) in the trigonal bipyramidal structure. - **Equatorial bonds**: These are the bonds that are in the plane of the triangle, forming a horizontal arrangement. ### Step 2: Bond Stability ...
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