Chapter 9, Problem 33QP

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The hybridization of phosphorus in ${\text{PF}}_{\text{5}}$ is to be explained.

Concept introduction: Hybridization is based on the formation of hybrid orbitals by the mixing of atomic orbitals.

To explain the bonding by hybrid orbitals, first draw the Lewis structure.

Find the number of electron domains on the central atom.

Draw the orbital diagram of the central atom in its ground state.

Promote the electrons to the higher orbitals available so as to get the maximum number of unpaired electrons.

Combine the atomic orbitals to get the required number of hybrid orbitals.

Fill electrons in the hybrid orbitals by placing one electron in each of the orbital before pairing the electrons.