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11. Bonding & Molecular Structure - Part 1 of 4

11. Bonding & Molecular Structure - Part 1 of 4

11. Bonding & Molecular Structure / Octet Rule / Problem 11

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?

ANSWERS OPTIONS

A

A heavier element attracts more electrons

B

A heavier element is more likely to form double or triple bonds.

C

A heavier element can make bonds to more than four atoms

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