Why Does Xe React with O2PtF6 to Form XePtF6?

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In summary: It is important to remember this when studying chemistry, as many compounds have more than one cation (or anions).
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Why in the world does [tex]Xe[/tex] react with [itex]O_2PtF_6[/itex] to form [tex]XePtF_6[/tex]?
 
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This is one of those cases where a simplistic view of the atom and and the octet rule are insufficient to describe what is going on.

However, keep in mind that flourine, being the most electronegative element, is going to be the best canidate to draw electrons away from anything. And Xeon, being the largest (stable) noble gas, is going to be the most likely of the noble gases, if any, to share its electrons since there are furthest away from the nucleus.

I realize I didn't really answer your question but gave only plausible explanations for why it might occur. Actually, I'm not sure if anyone really understands why its stable. Theoretically, you could calculate the wave function of every single electron in the bond, but I'm not sure if anyone has done that. What level chemistry are you taking again?
 
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The first level. But its really easy so I'm trying to ask harder questions of the subject.
 
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KingNothing, I am not sure if you correctly wrote the hexafluoroplatinate; I suppose some other positively charged element like potassium, sodium, etc., to be instead of O2?

So-crates is right about its reactivity, the outmost shell is more prone to electronic modifications than any lower homologues. Radone is too reactive (radioactive) to be so stable, so this is usually not considered as a "stable" noble gas.

Remember again, that the compound formed (including xenon as a cation) is stable only in low temperatures, disturbing it with some heat will cause elemental xenon to be formed. I think in this case, xenon difluoride, elemental xenon, and tetrafluoroplatinate species might occur.
 
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What are homologues? Other elements? Lower energy levels? Why is Radon radioactive? Also, what is a Cation? Also, how low are the temperatures?
 
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See the following on Webelements:

XeF2
XeF4
XeF6

Apparently XeF6 is so reactive (more so than lower order fluorides), it cannot be contained in dry quartz.

Radon is radioactive because it has a sufficient excess of neutrons. Rn has Z=86. Lighter radioactive neighbors include Polonium (Z=84) and Astatine (Z=85). Bismuth is the heaviest element with a stable isotope (Bi-209).

Cation is a positive ion.
 

1. Why does Xe react with O2PtF6?

Xenon (Xe) is a noble gas with a full outer electron shell, making it stable and unreactive. However, when combined with highly electronegative elements, such as oxygen (O) and fluorine (F), it can form compounds due to the electronic configuration of these elements. In this case, the strong oxidizing agent O2PtF6 forces Xe to lose its electrons and react.

2. What is the product of the reaction between Xe and O2PtF6?

The product of this reaction is XePtF6, also known as xenon hexafluoroplatinate. This compound is a solid, yellow-green crystalline substance that is highly stable and has various industrial applications.

3. Why is the reaction between Xe and O2PtF6 important?

This reaction is important because it allows for the synthesis of Xe compounds, which have various uses in industry and research. XePtF6, in particular, is used as a powerful oxidizing agent and as a precursor for other xenon compounds.

4. How does the reaction between Xe and O2PtF6 occur?

The reaction between Xe and O2PtF6 is a redox reaction, where Xe is oxidized and O2PtF6 is reduced. This occurs due to the electronegativity difference between the two elements, with O2PtF6 being more electronegative and therefore able to attract electrons from Xe.

5. Are there any other compounds that Xe can react with?

Yes, Xe can react with other highly electronegative elements, such as fluorine, chlorine, and oxygen, to form various compounds. Some examples include XeF2, XeF4, XeF6, XeCl2, and XeO2. These compounds have different properties and applications, making them useful in different fields of science and industry.

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