The P Block Elements - Result Question 91

####94. Identify the incorrect statement, regarding the molecule XeO4 :

(a) XeO4 molecule is tetrahedral

[NEET Kar. 2013]

(b) XeO4 molecule is square planar

(c) There are four pπdπ bonds

(d) There are four sp3p,σ bonds

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Solution:

  1. (b)OW(O)(O)O

(Tetrahedral sp3 )

Xe : Ground state

[Kr]4d105s25p65d0

Xe: Excited state

4sp3 hybridised orbitals form 4 sigma bond with oxygen.



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