Question

Predict the shape, state the hybridizationof the central atom,and give the ideal bond angle(s) and any expected deviations ineach of the following.
a) BiF52-
Shape:
Hybridization:
Ideal bond angle(s):
Deviation from ideal angle(s):
b) BrO3-
Shape:
Hybridization:
Ideal bond angle(s):
Deviation from ideal angle(s):
c) IF4+
Shape:
Hybridization:
Ideal bond angle(s):
Deviation from ideal angle(s):

Answer 1

Answer:

BiF5

Shape- trigonal bipyramid

Hybridisation-sp3d

Ideal bond angle-120 and 90

BrO3-

Shape- tetrahedral

Hybridisation-sp3

Ideal bond angle 109o28'

IF4+

Shape- trigonal bipyramid

Hybridisation-sp3d

Ideal bond angle-120o and 90o

Explanation:

The shape adopted by a molecule according to VSEPR is such as minimizes repulsion between electron pairs. The shape of a molecule depends on electron pairs present on the outermost shell of the central atom. The bond angles are such that electrons are positioned as far apart in space as possible, given the number of electron pairs present.