Question

Why is axial bond more longer than equatorial bond?

Answer 1

One explanation is that because the axial bonds are experiencing more repulsion than those of the equatorial and this leads to longer bonds. Another explanation is that the axial bonds of p/d hybrids, whereas the equatorial bonds are s/p hybrids. I am able to comprehend and appreciate the first explanation.

Answer 2

Axial bond feel more ruplsion than equatorial bond