Transcript text: \[
\mathrm{PCl}_{3}
\]
ionic
molecular
A
B
Solution
Solution Steps
Step 1: Identify the Type of Compound
Phosphorus trichloride (\(\mathrm{PCl}_{3}\)) is a compound consisting of non-metal elements: phosphorus (P) and chlorine (Cl). Compounds formed between non-metals are typically molecular (covalent) compounds.
Step 2: Determine the Nature of the Compound
Since \(\mathrm{PCl}_{3}\) is formed by non-metals, it is a molecular compound. Ionic compounds are typically formed between metals and non-metals.
Final Answer
\(\mathrm{PCl}_{3}\) is a molecular compound. Therefore, the answer is \(\boxed{\text{B}}\).