Question

Which of the following statements is correct about $Xe{F}_2$?

• A. It can be obtained by direct reaction between $F_2$ and Xe at low pressure.
• B. $Xe{F}_2$ undergoes alkaline hydrolysis to give $F_2$ and Xe.
• C. $Xe{F}_2$ is a powerful reducing agent.
• D. $Xe{F}_2$ contains two bond pairs and two lone pairs.

Answer 1

The correct option is C $Xe{F}_2$ is a powerful reducing agent.

$Xe{F}_2$ is obtained by direct reaction of $Xe$ and $F_2$ at high pressure.

It undergoes alkali hydrolysis to produce $Xe,NaF$ and $O_2$. $Xe{F}_2$ is a powerful reducing agent where $X{e}^{+2}$ can change to $+6$ state.

$Xe{F}_2$ contains two bond pairs and three lone pairs.
Option C is correct.