The point group of IF₇ is · ABC26IN0324

Subject: Inorganic Chemistry · Chapter: Chemical Bonding · Topic: Chemical Bonding – General · Exam: GATE 2005-2021 · Marks: 2 · Difficulty: Easy

The point group of $\mathrm{IF}_{7}$ is

(a)$\mathrm{D}_{6\mathrm{h}}$

(b)$\mathrm{D}_{5\mathrm{h}}$

(c)$\mathrm{C}_{6\mathrm{v}}$

(d)$\mathrm{C}_{5\mathrm{v}}$

Answer

Answer: B ✓ checked by 4AB · confidence high

Explanation

IF₇ is a pentagonal bipyramid — D₅h (b).

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