How Many of the Following Elements Can Form Compounds with an Expanded

question 132

Multiple Choice

How many of the following elements can form compounds with an expanded octet?
I O Br Si

• A) 2
• B) 0
• C) 3
• D) 1
• E) 4

---

Definitions:

Dermis

The second layer of skin beneath the epidermis, rich in blood vessels, nerves, and connective tissue, providing strength and elasticity to the skin.

First-degree Burn

A mild burn characterized by redness and pain that affects only the outer layer of the skin, known as the epidermis.

Swelling

The enlargement of a body part due to the accumulation of fluid or inflammation in tissues.

Basal Cell Carcinoma

A type of skin cancer that begins in the basal cells, characterized by slow growth and seldom spreading to other parts of the body.