MHT CET 2025 Chemistry question

Which of the following pair of compounds consists equal number of lone pair of electrons in the valence shell of central atom?

(A) and Correct
(B)ICl and
(C) and
(D) and

Answer: (A)

Solution

Count lone pairs on the central atom (valence electrons minus electrons used in bonds, divided by 2). : 7 valence e-, 5 used in bonds, 1 lone pair (square pyramidal). : 8 valence e-, 6 used, 1 lone

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