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Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Chemistry

Chapter

Inorganic: P Block Elements

Question:

The formula of a noble gas species which is isostructural with \(BrO_3^-\) is:

Options:

\(XeOF_4\)

\(XeF_2\)

\(XeO_3\)

\(XeF_4\)

Correct Answer:

\(XeO_3\)

Explanation:

\(XeO_3\)​ is isostructural with \(BrO_3^−\)​. It has a pyramidal shape due to \(sp^3\) hybridization with tetrahedral geometry in which one position is occupied by a lone pair.