Chemistry-(general)
NEET Chemistry (general) MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Hard-Class 11
Which of the following statements about the limitations of the octet rule is correct?
A
The octet rule exclusively applies to elements in the first period of the periodic table.
B
Incomplete octets can occur in compounds with central atoms that have less than four valence electrons.
C
Odd-electron molecules always follow the octet rule.
D
The octet rule is universally applicable to all compounds regardless of their composition.
Correct Answer
Option B
Detailed Explanation
The octet rule does not universally apply, particularly in cases where the central atom has fewer than four valence electrons, as seen in compounds like BeH2 and BCl3.
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