Chapter 20, Problem 63E

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation: The Lewis structure, molecular structure and bond angle in ${\text{SF}}_{\text{2}},{\text{SF}}_{\text{4}}$ and ${\text{SF}}_{\text{6}}$ is to be stated. It is to be predicted that, if ${\text{OF}}_{\text{4}}$ is a stable compound.

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.

To determine: The Lewis structure, molecular structure and bond angle in ${\text{SF}}_{\text{2}},{\text{SF}}_{\text{4}}$ and ${\text{SF}}_{\text{6}}$; if ${\text{OF}}_{\text{4}}$ is a stable compound.