Q18 / 67 · NEST (NISER) 2021 (Session 1) · Chemistry

$\mathrm{XeF}_4$ reacts with $\mathrm{SbF}_5$ to form an adduct $\left[\mathrm{XeF}_3\right]^{+}\left[\mathrm{SbF}_6\right]^{-}$. The shape/geometry around the Xe and Sb ions, in the adduct, are respectively

  • A
    Pyramidal & Octahedral.
  • B
    Trigonal & Octahedral.
  • C
    Trigonal & Trigonal bipyramidal.
  • Correct answer
    D
    T-Shaped & Octahedral.

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'D'.

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