To determine hybridization and molecular shape, we use VSEPR theory. The number of electron domains (bonds + lone pairs) around the central atom determines the electron geometry and hybridization. The arrangement of only the bonded atoms determines the molecular shape.
Identify the pair of compounds in which hybridization of central atom is different but molecular shape is same. (1) XeF4, SF4 (2) NH3, ClF3 (3) BeCl2, XeF2 (4) SO3, CH4 (5) Question not attempted
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