Discuss the structure of `XeF_2` on the basis of VSEPR teory.

Explanation

Structures of `XeF_2`

Here the central Xe atom has 5 electron pairs (3 lone pairs + 2 bond pairs). According to VSEPR theory, these will occupy the corners of a trigonal bipyramid. The three lone pairs will occupy the 3 equatorial positions while two axial positions will be occupied by two fluorine atoms. This gives a linear shape to the `XeF_2` molecule.
Hybridisation : `sp^3 d^2`

Hybridisation : `sp^3 d^3`