Here's why:
* Central Atom: Xenon (Xe) is the central atom.
* Valence Electrons: Xe has 8 valence electrons, O has 6, and each F has 7. This gives a total of 28 valence electrons.
* Bonding: Xe forms one double bond with O and two single bonds with F.
* Lone Pairs: Xe has two lone pairs of electrons.
Structure: The two lone pairs on Xe occupy equatorial positions, while the Xe-O double bond and the two Xe-F single bonds occupy axial positions. This arrangement results in a square pyramidal shape.
Note: The lone pairs are not directly involved in bonding but influence the overall shape due to their repulsion.