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the structure of `SF_6` is octahedral. what is the structure of `SF_4`

A

Square planar

B

Tetrahedral

C

see - saw structure

D

Octahedral

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The correct Answer is:
C
The hybridization of S in `SF_4` is `sp^3d`. Hence, it is trigonal bipyramidal with one lone pair of electrons.
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