NEET2022Chemistry-Chemical Bonding

NEET 2022 Chemistry VSEPR Theory MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 11

Amongst the following which one will have maximum ‘lone pair–lone pair’ electron repulsions?

A

SF₄

B

XeF₂

C

ClF₃

D

IF₅

Correct Answer

Option B

Detailed Explanation

XeF₂ has three lone pairs on the central xenon atom, leading to maximum lone pair-lone pair repulsions.

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