The p-Block Elements

Question

State reasons for each of the following: 

SF6 is kinetically an inert substance. 

Answer

The kinetic inertness of SF6 can be explained on the basis of its structure. 

The six fluoride (F-) atoms protect the sulphur atom from attack by the regents to such an extent that even thermodynamically most favorable reactions like hydrolysis do not occur. 

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