Question

The number of bond pairs of electrons and total number of lone pairs of electrons in XeOF$_4$ are respectively

• A. 6, 10
• B. 5, 15
• C. 5, 10
• D. 6, 15

Hint:

When determining bond pairs and lone pairs, remember that the total number of electrons around the central atom equals the number of bonding electrons plus lone pairs.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

In XeOF$_4$, the central atom, Xenon (Xe), is surrounded by four fluorine atoms and one oxygen atom. There are 6 bond pairs of electrons, and the total number of lone pairs on Xenon and oxygen is 15. Thus, the correct answer is 6 bond pairs and 15 lone pairs.