JEE Main 2022 — Chemical Bonding And Molecular Structure Question with Solution
From: JEE Main 2022 (Online) 27th June Morning Shift
Question
Based upon VSEPR theory, match the shape (geometry) of the molecules in List-I with the molecules in List-II and select the most appropriate option.
| List - I (Shape) |
List - II (Molecules) |
||
|---|---|---|---|
| (A) | T-shaped | (I) | XeF |
| (B) | Trigonal planar | (II) | SF |
| (C) | Square planar | (III) | ClF |
| (D) | See-saw | (IV) | BF |
Choose an option
Show full solutionCorrect option: B
Correct answer
B(A) - (III), (B) - (IV), (C) - (I), (D) - (II)
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