Question

Match List - I (Compounds) with List - II (Geometry): (A) $XeF_{2}$, (B) $XeF_{4}$, (C) $XeF_{6}$, (D) $XeO_{3}$}

• A. A-I, B-III, C-IV, D-II
• B. A-II, B-IV, C-III, D-I
• C. A-II, B-III, C-IV, D-I
• D. A-II, B-III, C-I, D-IV

Hint:

Xenon fluorides are classic! Remember: $F_2$ is Linear, $F_4$ is Square Planar, $F_6$ is Distorted.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Step 1: Concept Geometry is determined by the arrangement of atoms (excluding lone pairs) around the central atom.

Step 2: Meaning (A) $XeF_2$: 2 bond pairs, 3 lone pairs $\rightarrow$ Linear. (B) $XeF_4$: 4 bond pairs, 2 lone pairs $\rightarrow$ Square Planar. (C) $XeF_6$: 6 bond pairs, 1 lone pair $\rightarrow$ Distorted Octahedron. (D) $XeO_3$: 3 bond pairs, 1 lone pair $\rightarrow$ Pyramidal.

Step 3: Analysis Matches: A-II, B-III, C-IV, D-I.

Step 4: Conclusion Option (C) provides the correct mapping. Final Answer: (C)