Question

In TeCl₆, the central atom tellurium involves

• A. sp³ hybridization
• B. sp³d hybridization
• C. sp³d² hybridization
• D. dsp² hybridization

Hint:

TeCl₆ involves sp³d hybridization due to five bonds around the central atom.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Step 1: Hybridization of Te in TeCl₆.
The central atom in TeCl₆ undergoes sp³d hybridization due to the presence of five bonds (four chlorine atoms and one lone pair).

Step 2: Conclusion.
Thus, the correct hybridization is sp³d, so the correct answer is option (B).

Final Answer: \[ \boxed{\text{(B) sp³d}} \]