Question

The number of $p\pi -d\pi$ 'pi' bonds present in $Xe{O}_3$ and $Xe{O}_4$ molecules, respectively are

• A. $3,4$
• B. $4,2$
• C. $2,3$
• D. $3,2$

Answer 1

The correct option is A $3,4$

Structure of $Xe{O}_3$ has $3p\pi -d\pi$ bonds. Here, p-orbital is from O and d-orbital is from Xe - atom respectively.

Structure of $Xe{O}_4$ has $4p\pi -d\pi$ bonds. Here, p-orbital is from O and d-orbital is from Xe - atom respectively.