Asked by Tal

how many electrons pairs surround an atom of boron (B,element 5) bonded in the compound BCI3?

16 years ago

Answered by bobpursley

three pairs. Boron Chloride is an exception to the rule of eight.

http://www.chemistryexplained.com/Te-Va/Valence-Bond-Theory.html

16 years ago

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