Question

Identify the molecular geometry of XeF₄ is ______.

Options

• trigonal planar 

• octahedral

• tetrahedral 

• square planar

Answer 1

Identify the molecular geometry of XeF₄ is square planar.

Explanation:

XeF₄ hybridization is sp³d² in nature. There are 2 lone pairings and 4 bonds. In an octahedral layout, two lone pairs and four bond pairs are arranged perpendicularly and in the same plane, respectively. Thus, the molecular geometry of XeF₄ is square planar.