Question

What is the hybridization of interhalogen compounds of the type $X{X}_5^{\prime }$?

• A. $s{p}^3{d}^2$
• B. $s{p}^2{d}^2$
• C. $s{p}^{3}d$
• D. $s{p}^3{d}^3$

Answer 1

The correct option is A $s{p}^3{d}^2$

The structure of all interhalogen compounds of the type $X{X}_5^{\prime }$involves $s{p}^3{d}^2$ hybridization of the central halogen atom X and hence have octahedral geometry and with one position occupied by a lone pair. For example: $Br{F}_5$.