JEE Advanced 2026 Chemistry question

Chemistry The p-Block Elements JEE Advanced 2026

Correct statement(s) about the compounds **P**, **Q** and **R** is(are)

Xe(g)+\mathrm{}\ \ (1:5\ ratio)\ \ P

P+\mathrm{}\ \ Q+\mathrm{}

Q+\mathrm{}\ \ R+HF

(A)**P** has two lone pairs of electrons on the central atom.Correct
(B)**Q** has a perfect octahedral geometry.
(C)**Q** can act as a fluorinating agent.Correct
(D)The molecular structure of **R** is trigonal pyramidal.Correct

Answer: (A),(C),(D)

Solution

**Identify the compounds.** * Xenon and fluorine in a ratio at and bar give (the ratio at K/– bar would be needed for XeF). * , so . *

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