Question

Consider the molecule Xi₂F₂. Which of the following statement(s) is/are true?

a) Xi₂F₂ is a linear molecule.

b) Xi₂F₂ has polar bonds.

c) Xi₂F₂ exhibits resonance.

d) All of the above.

Answer 1

The molecule Xi₂F₂ has polar bonds.

Step-by-step explanation:

The molecule Xi₂F₂ consists of two Xenon atoms bonded to two Fluorine atoms.

(a) Statement a) Xi₂F₂ is a linear molecule is false. Xi₂F₂ has a bent molecular structure, not a linear one.

(b) Statement b) Xi₂F₂ has polar bonds is true. Fluorine is more electronegative than Xenon, creating a partial negative charge on the Fluorine atoms and a partial positive charge on the Xenon atoms.

(c) Statement c) Xi₂F₂ exhibits resonance is false. Resonance is not observed in Xi₂F₂.

Therefore, the correct answer is: b) Xi₂F₂ has polar bonds.