Match List - I with List - II according to shape

Q. Match List - I with List - II according to shape.

Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

A. A-II, B-III, C-I, D-IV

B. A-III, B-II, C-IV, D-I

C. A-II, B-III, C-IV, D-I

D. A-II, B-I, C-III, D-IV

Correct Answer: A-II, B-III, C-IV, D-I

Solution

Using VSEPR theory, we determine the shapes of the given species.

XeO₃ has three bond pairs and one lone pair, giving a trigonal pyramidal shape, similar to NH₃.

XeF₂ has five electron pairs with three lone pairs, resulting in a linear shape, same as [I₃]⁻.

XeO₂F₂ has a seesaw shape, similar to SF₄.

XeOF₄ has square pyramidal geometry, same as BrF₅.

Therefore, the correct matching is:

A-II, B-III, C-IV, D-I