Question

Shape of $XeO{F}_4$ is:

• A. Octahedral
• B. Square pyramidal
• C. Pyramidal
• D. T-shaped

Answer 1

The correct option is B Square pyramidal

The shape of $XeO{F}_4$ is square pyramidal.

$Xe$ is ${sp}^3{d}^2$ hybridized with one lone pair on one of the trans position.

Therefore, option B is correct.