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Chemistry Question on Chemical bonding and molecular structure

Which one of the following molecules is polar?

A

XeF4XeF_4

B

IF5IF_5

C

SbF5SbF_5

D

CF4CF_4

Answer

IF5IF_5

Explanation

Solution

The geometry of IF5IF_5 is square pyramidal with an unsymmetric charge distribution therefore this molecule is polar.

So, the correct option is (B): IF5IF_5.