Match List I with List II. Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
- A-I, B-IV, C-II, D-III
- A-II, B-IV, C-III, D-I
- A-III, B-IV, C-I, D-II
- A-II, B-III, C-IV, D-I
Answer
(1) A-I, B-IV, C-II, D-III
Solution
A. NH3: 3 bond pairs + 1 lone pair (sp3) → trigonal pyramidal (I).
B. BrF5: 5 bond pairs + 1 lone pair (sp3d2) → square pyramidal (IV).
C. XeF4: 4 bond pairs + 2 lone pairs (sp3d2) → square planar (II).
D. SF6: 6 bond pairs (sp3d2) → octahedral (III).
A-I, B-IV, C-II, D-III.
Answer: (1)