Based on VSEPR theory, the number of 90° F–Br–F angles in BrF_5 is

JEE Main Chemistry question

Based on VSEPR theory, the number of 90° F–Br–F angles in is

(A)4
(B)6
(C)8Correct
(D)0

Answer: (C)

Solution

is square pyramidal (, 5 bond pairs + 1 lone pair occupying the sixth octahedral position). The single axial F atom makes a 90° angle with each of the 4

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