Chapter 19, Problem 61E

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation: The Lewis structure, bond angle of ${\text{O}}_{\text{2}}{\text{F}}_{\text{2}}$ and hybridization of two central atom of oxygen in ${\text{O}}_{\text{2}}{\text{F}}_{\text{2}}$ is to be stated. The formal charge and oxidation state of each atom is to be assigned. If oxidation state or formal charge more useful in accounting for the given properties of ${\text{O}}_{\text{2}}{\text{F}}_{\text{2}}$ is to be stated.

Concept introduction: The following steps are to be followed to determine the molecular structure of a given compound,

• The central atom is identified.

• Its valence electrons are determined.

• The value $1{\text{e}}^{-}$ is added to the total number of valence electrons for each monovalent atom present.

• The total number obtained is divided by $2$ to find the number of electron pairs.
• This further gives the hybridization of the given compound.

Formal charge is a charge given to an atom with assumption that electrons are shared equally between atoms in all chemical bonds irrespective of their electro negativity.

To determine: The Lewis structure, bond angle of ${\text{O}}_{\text{2}}{\text{F}}_{\text{2}}$ and hybridization of two central atom of oxygen in ${\text{O}}_{\text{2}}{\text{F}}_{\text{2}}$; the formal charge and oxidation state of each atom; If oxidation state or formal charge more useful in accounting for the given properties of ${\text{O}}_{\text{2}}{\text{F}}_{\text{2}}$.