Which of the following shapes of 
is more stable and why?
(i) 
(ii) 
A
(i), due to 
repulsions at 
.
repulsions at . B
(ii), due to 
repulsions.
repulsions. C
Both are equally stable due to 
repulsions.
repulsions. D
Both are unstable since 
has tetrahedral shape.
has tetrahedral shape.
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Verified by ExpertsThe correct answer is:
B
In structure (ii), 
repulsions are minimum.
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