Question

In $Xe{O}_3{F}_2$, the number of bond pair(s), $\pi$-bond(s) and lone pair(s) on $Xe$ atom respectively are :

• A. 5, 2, 0
• B. 4, 2, 2
• C. 5, 3, 0
• D. 4, 4, 0

Answer 1

Answer: (C)

$Xe{O}_3{F}_2$
$SN=10,s{p}^{3}d$, Trigonal bipyramidal
Number of bond pair $=5$
Number of $\pi$ bond $=3$
Lone pair $=0$