Chapter 19, Problem 62E

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation: The Lewis structure, molecular structure and hybridization of central atom in ${\text{OF}}_{\text{2}}$ is to be stated. If ${\text{OF}}_{\text{2}}$ is strong oxidizing agent like ${\text{O}}_{\text{2}}{\text{F}}_{\text{2}}$ 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.

The substance that gains electron is known as oxidizing agent.

To determine: The Lewis structure, molecular structure and hybridization of the central atom in ${\text{OF}}_{\text{2}}$; if ${\text{OF}}_{\text{2}}$ is strong oxidizing agent like ${\text{O}}_{\text{2}}{\text{F}}_{\text{2}}$.