JEE Main Chemistry question

Which one of the following pairs is isostructural (i.e. having the same shape and hybridization)?

(A)
(B)Correct
(C)
(D)

Answer: (B)

Solution

Both and have 4 bond pairs and no lone pair on the central atom, giving hybridization and tetrahedral geometry in both. Checking the rest: (, pyramidal) vs

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