`XeF_(2)` has linear structure and not a bent structure , Given reason .

Answer

In the formation of `XeF_(2)` molecule, Xe undergoes `sp^(3)` d-hybridization.Two of the five `sp^(3)` d-orbitals overlap with one p-orbital of each of the two F-atoms to form two Xe-F bonds while the remaining three contain lone pair of electrons.To reduce bond-pair-lone pair repulsions X-F bonds, occupy axial positions while the three lone pairs occupy equatorial positions.As a result, `XeF_(2)` molecule has linear but not bent structure.