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Question

Octet rule is applicable to which of the following species?

A
BrF5
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B
SF6
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C
IF7
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D
CO2
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Solution

The correct option is D CO2
a) In BrF5, Br has 12 electrons in its valence shell.
b) In SF6, S has 12 electrons in its valence shell
c) In IF7, I has only 14 electrons in its valence shell.
d) In CO2, C has 8 electrons in its valence shell and follows octet rule.

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