Which of the following is/are the example of a super octet molecule(s)?
A
SF6
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B
PCl5
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C
IF7
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D
All of these
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Solution
The correct option is D All of these As We Know,
Super octet molecules are those in which the central atom has more than 8 valence electrons in their outermost shell. Variation of the octet rule is observed in these compounds.
Like in the case of SF6,S has 12 electrons in its valence shell as it forms 6 bonds with F atoms.
Similarly, in the case of PCl5,P has 10 electrons in its valence shell as it forms 5 bonds with Cl atoms.
Similarly, in the case of IF7,I has 14 electrons in its valence shell as it forms 7 bonds with F atoms.
Hence, all these options are cases of super octet molecules.