NEET Chemistry VSEPR Theory Assertion Reason Question
Assertion (A): The geometry of SF6 is octahedral.
Reason (R): VSEPR theory states that electron pairs in the valence shell repel each other and arrange themselves to minimize repulsion.
Both A and R are true, and R explains A.
Both A and R are true, but R does not explain A.
A is true, but R is false.
A is false.
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
VSEPR theory states that the shape of a molecule depends on the repulsion between electron pairs, which arrange themselves to minimize repulsion. SF6 has six bonded pairs, leading to an octahedral shape.
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