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Predict the correct shape of $ BH_{4}^{-} $ .
Predict the correct shape of $ BH_{4}^{-} $ .
Updated On: Jun 14, 2022
- Pyramidal, $ sp^{3} $
- Octahedral, $ sp^{3}d^{2} $
- Tetrahedral, $ sp^{3} $
- None of these
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The Correct Option is C
Solution and Explanation
The shape of $ BH_{4}^{-} $ is tetrahedral because in $ BH_{4}^{-} $ , boron is $ sp^{3} $ hybridised.
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Concepts Used:
Coordination Compounds
A coordination compound holds a central metal atom or ion surrounded by various oppositely charged ions or neutral molecules. These molecules or ions are re-bonded to the metal atom or ion by a coordinate bond.
Coordination entity:
A coordination entity composes of a central metal atom or ion bonded to a fixed number of ions or molecules.
Ligands:
A molecule, ion, or group which is bonded to the metal atom or ion in a complex or coordination compound by a coordinate bond is commonly called a ligand. It may be either neutral, positively, or negatively charged.