Q.

Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding BrF5 and BrCl5 ?

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a

FBrF<ClBrCl

b

Both have equal XBrX bond angle

c

Both are isostructural

d

FBrF>ClBrCl

answer is B, D.

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Detailed Solution

The bond angle of F-Br-F in BrF5 is less than the bond angle of Cl-Br-Cl in BrCl5

Both the molecule has same structural geometry. Thus, they are isostructural. Hence, option B and D are correct.

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