To match the molecules in List I with their corresponding shapes in List II, we need to consider the electronic geometry and the VSEPR (Valence Shell Electron Pair Repulsion) theory.
Here’s the detailed analysis:
(Ammonia): Ammonia has a central nitrogen atom bonded to three hydrogen atoms and has one lone pair of electrons.
This leads to a trigonal pyramidal shape.
(Bromine pentafluoride): Bromine pentafluoride has a central bromine atom bonded to five fluorine atoms and has one lone pair of electrons.
This leads to a square pyramidal shape.
(Phosphorus pentachloride): Phosphorus pentachloride has a central phosphorus atom bonded to five chlorine atoms and no lone pairs.
This results in a trigonal bipyramidal shape.
(Methane): Methane has a central carbon atom bonded to four hydrogen atoms with no lone pairs, forming a tetrahedral structure.
Using the above analyses, we can match the molecules and shapes as follows: A (
) - III (Trigonal pyramidal) B (
) - I (Square pyramid) C (
) - IV (Trigonal bipyramidal) D (
) - II (Tetrahedral) Therefore, the correct matching is option B: Option B: A-III, B-I, C-IV, D-II