A) octahedron
B) trigonal bipyramid
C) pentagonal bipyramid
D) tetragonal bipyramid
Correct Answer: C
Solution :
In \[\text{Xe}{{\text{F}}_{\text{6}}}\text{,Xe,}\]the central atom contains, 8 valence electrons. Out of which 6 are utilised with fluorine in bonding {i.e., it contains six bond pairs of electrons) while one pair remains as lone pair. Thus, the total pairs \[=6+1=7\] Hence, its shape is pentagonal bipyramid according to VSEPR theory.You need to login to perform this action.
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