According to Bent's rule, for p-block elements, the correct combination of geometry around the central atom and position of more electro-negative substituent is
(a)Trigonal bipyramidal and axial
(b)Triogonal bipyramidal and equatorial
(c)Square pyramidal and axial
(d)Square pyramidal and basal
Answer
Answer: A ✓ checked by 4AB · confidence high
Explanation
Bent's rule: the more electronegative substituent prefers the orbital with less s character — the axial position of a trigonal bipyramid.