Question

Is Sp2d2 Hybridisation possible?

Answer 1

Answer:

It has two electrons in its 3s orbital and three in 3p orbitals in the valence shell, so it must use one of its 3d to form the fifth bond, So, one electron from 3s gets excited to the d orbital and they form five hybrid orbitals. Therefore, the hybridization of PCl5 id sp3d. Hence, the correct option is (c).