Question:medium
The compound(s) with two lone pairs of electrons on the central atom is/are- (A). BrF5
- (B). ClF3
- (C). XeF4
- (D). SF4
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
The compound(s) with two lone pairs of electrons on the central atom is/are
- (A). BrF5
- (B). ClF3
- (C). XeF4
- (D). SF4
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Lone pairs of electrons on the central atom impact the molecular geometry and polarity of compounds.
Updated On: Feb 10, 2026
- (A). (B) and (D) only
- (B) and (C) only.
- (B). (C) and (D) only
- (A). (C) and (D) only.
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The Correct Option is B
Solution and Explanation
ClF\(_3\) and XeF\(_4\) each possess two lone pairs of electrons on their respective central atoms, a trait absent in SF\(_4\) and BrF\(_5\).
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