General Chemistry
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Identify the molecule that has an atom that violates the octet rule.
The octet rule applies to the elements of the main group but not to transition metals. Explain.
The octet rule is often disobeyed by elements in the 3rd row and beyond of the periodic table. Which of the following statement explains this?
Identify this statement as true or false: Bromine is most stable when it has 7 electrons in its valence shell.
Which of the atoms below can expand its valence shell when bonding?