Question

According to VSEPR theory explain the shape of I3 -

Answer 1

Hi, please consider the answer below;

The I3- ion is trigonal bipyramidal in shape.

This implies that we have 3 atoms and also 3 lone pairs and thus due to the bonding pair- lone pair repulsion makes the ion to assume a trigonal bipyramidal structure.

I hope this information is helpful to you.

Answer 2

Answer:

can you please show me with calculation