Question

The shape of $s{p}^3{d}^2$ hybridized molecule with $2$ lone pairs will be:

• A. octahedral
• B. square pyramidal
• C. square planar
• D. tetrahedral

Answer 1

The correct option is C square planar

The shape of a $s{p}^3{d}^2$ molecule with no lone pairs is octahedral. When there are $2$ lone pairs, the lone pairs will occupy positions such that they minimize the repulsion. Hence, they will occupy the opposite ends of the octahedron.

So, the shape is square planar.