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Published on: August 13, 2026
In 
, the central xenon atom has 
lone pair(s) and exhibits 
hybridization.
A
B
C
D
Text Solution
Verified by ExpertsThe correct answer is:
A
Xe has 8 valence 
; in 
it uses 6 for Xe-F bonds, leaving 1 lone pair → steric number 
hybridization (distorted octahedral).
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