Charge of antimony pentafluoride

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The discussion centers on the molecular structure of antimony pentafluoride (SbF5) and the confusion regarding its charge. Participants clarify that SbF5 is a neutral molecule, with no extra electrons contributing to a charge. The charge misconception arises from the misunderstanding of the bonding and electron distribution in the molecule. Reference to the WebElements site confirms the neutral nature of SbF5.

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There's a question in my class test paper today which requires us to draw the dot-and-cross diagram for SbF5.

There's a charge on that molecule.

I drew it like this: (attached image)

Where does the charge come from? I don't even see any extra electrons. :shy:
 

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