Question

\(\mathrm{XeF_4}\) on reaction with \(\mathrm{O_2F_2}\) at \(143\ \mathrm{K}\) gives a Xenon compound \(A\). On complete hydrolysis, \(A\) gives HF and \(B\). The hybridisation of the central atom in \(B\) is

• A. \(sp^3\)
• B. \(sp^2\)
• C. \(sp^3d\)
• D. \(sp^3d^2\)

Hint:

Remember the sequence \[ \boxed{ \mathrm{XeF_4} \xrightarrow{\mathrm{O_2F_2}} \mathrm{XeOF_4} \xrightarrow{\mathrm{H_2O}} \mathrm{XeO_3} } \] The central Xe atom in \(\mathrm{XeO_3}\) is \[ \boxed{sp^3} \] hybridised.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A