The Hybrid Orbitals Used for Bonding by Xe in the Unstable

question 160

Multiple Choice

The hybrid orbitals used for bonding by Xe in the unstable XeF₂ molecule are ________ orbitals.

• A)sp²
• B)sp³
• C)sp³d
• D)sp³d²
• E)sp

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