Which of the following molecules or ions has a central atom with the same hybridization as PCl₅? A) IF₆⁺ B) SiF₄ C) BrF₅ D) SbF₅ E) XeF₄

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The hybridization of the central atom in PCl₅ is sp3, as it has one lone pair and four bonding pairs around it. Among the given options, only SbF₅ has an Sb atom in the center with four bonding pairs and one lone pair around it, which corresponds to sp3 hybridization. Therefore, the correct answer is D.

Which of the Following Molecules or Ions Has a Central