sp^3d^2 hybridization is not displayed by:

JEE Main 2017 Chemistry question

hybridization is not displayed by:

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(3)Correct
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Answer: (3)

Solution

Count the steric number (bond pairs + lone pairs on the central atom) for each. **:** six bond pairs, no lone pair — steric number , octahedral, . **:** five bond pairs and one lone pair — steric number , square pyramidal shape derived from an octahedral electron geometry,

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