Question
Chemistry Question on The Valence Shell Electron Pair Repulsion (VSEPR) Theory
Amongst the following which one will have maximum 'lone pair- lone pair' electron repulsions?
A
ClF3
B
IF5
C
SF4
D
XeF2
Answer
XeF2
Explanation
Solution
XeF2 has two bond pair and three lone pair that gives it maximum lone pair-lone pair repulsion.