The correct statement about the interhalogen compound is:

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The correct statement about the interhalogen compound  is:

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structure:

Br has 7 valence electrons. In :
- 3 bond pairs (Br–F)
- 2 lone pairs on Br

VSEPR:  → T-shaped geometry

Shape: T-shaped (not trigonal planar)

Bond angles: Less than 90° due to lone pair repulsion (~86.2°)

Checking options:
- Option (1): 2 lone pairs — TRUE, but option (4) is the complete/correct description
- Option (4): T-shaped — TRUE ✓

Answer: Option (4) — T-shaped molecule

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