Question

The molecule(s) that violate(s) the Lewis octet rule among the following is/are:

• A. $N{O}_2$
• B. $S{F}_4$
• C. $BeC{l}_2$
• D. All of the above

Answer 1

The correct option is D All of the above

$a)N{O}_2$ violates octet rule because it is an odd electron species.


$b)S{F}_4$ has an expanded octet. Thus, it does not follow octet rule.


$c)BeC{l}_2$ has 4 electrons in its valence shell.


Hence, all the above molecules violate Lewis octet rule.