Question

The formation of \[\ce{O^+_2[PtF6]^-}\] is the basis for the formation of first xenon compound. This is because ____________.

Options

• O₂ and Xe have different sizes

• both O₂ and Xe are gases

• O₂ and Xe have comparable electro-negativities

• O₂ and Xe have comparable ionisation enthalpies

Answer 1

The formation of \[\ce{O^+_2[PtF6]^-}\] is the basis for the formation of first xenon compound. This is because O₂ and Xe have comparable ionisation enthalpies.