Examples
XeF4
| Central atom: | Xe |  |
|---|---|---|
| Xe contributes: | 8 e− | |
| 4 x F contibute: | 4 e− | |
| Total VSE: | 12 | |
| Total VSEP: | 6 | |
| Geometry: | Square planar (based on octahedral) | |
Notes
- F–Xe–F bond angles = 90 or 180°
- Lone pairs are on opposite sides of the molecule (180° from each other) to minimise lone-pair:lone-pair interactions.