What Is the Molecular Shape of XeO₂F₂ as Predicted by the VSEPR

question 65

Multiple Choice

What is the molecular shape of XeO₂F₂ as predicted by the VSEPR theory?

• A)square planar
• B)tetrahedral
• C)square pyramidal
• D)see-saw
• E)octahedral

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