Question

using VSEPR theory explain type of hybridization and draw the structure of OF2 what are the oxidising state O and F
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Answer 1

The hybridization of OF2 is sp3 and the oxidizing state of O and F  are +2 and -1 respectively.

- O₈ = 1s², 2s², 2p⁴

- One 2s and three 2p orbitals will be hybridized to for four new sp3 hybridized orbitals.

- Each fluorine atom gives one electron to each singly occupied hybrid orbital forming two single bonds.

- There are 2 lone pairs left.

- Using VSEPR theory, OF2 molecule with 2 bond pairs and 2 lone pairs is bent in shape.

- The oxidation state of oxygen is +2 and of fluorine is -1 as it is more electronegative.