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In which of the following pairs both the molecules are non existing?

A

`SF_(4)`,`OF_(4)`

B

`OF_(4)`,`OF_(6)`

C

`SF_(4)`,`SF_(6)`

D

`OF_(2)`,`OF_(4)`

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To determine which pair of molecules are non-existing, we will analyze the oxidation states and the ability of the elements to form compounds. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Identify the Molecules**: We are given pairs of molecules: SF4, OF4, OF6, OF2, and SF6. 2. **Analyze SF4**: - Sulfur (S) can exhibit oxidation states of +2, +4, and +6. - SF4 exists because sulfur can have a +4 oxidation state. 3. **Analyze OF4**: - Oxygen (O) typically has oxidation states of -2, 0, and +2. - Oxygen does not have the ability to exhibit +4 oxidation state because it lacks d-orbitals. - Therefore, OF4 does not exist. 4. **Analyze OF6**: - Similarly, for OF6, if we assume oxygen to have a +6 oxidation state, it would require the availability of d-orbitals, which oxygen does not have. - Hence, OF6 does not exist. 5. **Analyze OF2**: - OF2 is a stable molecule where oxygen is in the -2 oxidation state, which is valid. - Therefore, OF2 exists. 6. **Analyze SF6**: - SF6 is stable and exists because sulfur can exhibit a +6 oxidation state. - Therefore, SF6 exists. 7. **Conclusion**: - Based on the analysis, the pairs OF4 and OF6 are both non-existing molecules. - Thus, the answer is **OF4 and OF6**.

To determine which pair of molecules are non-existing, we will analyze the oxidation states and the ability of the elements to form compounds. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Identify the Molecules**: We are given pairs of molecules: SF4, OF4, OF6, OF2, and SF6. 2. **Analyze SF4**: - Sulfur (S) can exhibit oxidation states of +2, +4, and +6. ...
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