Which of the Elements Listed Below Does Not Follow the Octet

question 16

Multiple Choice

Which of the elements listed below does not follow the octet rule?

• A) Sodium
• B) Chlorine
• C) Carbon
• D) Hydrogen
• E) Nitrogen

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