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In XeF(2), the three lone pairs occupy...

In `XeF_(2)`, the three lone pairs occupy

A

Three equatorial position

B

Two axial and one equatorial position

C

Two equatorial and one axial position

D

Three axial positions.

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In `XeF_(2)`, the three lone pairs are present at the three equatorial positions of the trigonal bipyramid.
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