Reason (R): In SiF4, the central atom can expand its octet due to the availability of empty d – orbitais and can accept a pair of electrons.
A. Both A and R are correct and R is the correct explanation of A
B. Both A and R are wrong
C. A is correct but R is wrong
D. A is wrong but R is correct
Answer:A
Reason (R): In SiF4, the central atom can expand its octet due to the availability of empty d – orbitais and can accept a pair of electrons.
A. Both A and R are correct and R is the correct explanation of A B. Both A and R are wrong C. A is correct but R is wrong D. A is wrong but R is correct