Question

why are pentahalides more covalent than trihalides?

Answer 1

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A compound is formed by the sharing of or transfer of electrons.
To form pentahalide non covalently 5 electrons would have to be transferred.It is easier to share 5 electrons than transferring them.In trihalides only 3 electrons are involved so it has higher ionic character.

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Answer 2

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Answer 3

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Answer 4

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Answer 6

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