Consider the Following Molecules

question 142

Multiple Choice

Consider the following molecules.
I.BF₃
II.CHBr₃ (C is the central atom)
III.Br₂
IV.XeCl₂
V.CO
VI.SF₄
Select the molecule(s) that fit the given statement.
-These molecules violate the octet rule.

• A)I,II,IV
• B)I,III,IV,VI
• C)III,V,VI
• D)I,IV,VI
• E)I,II,IV,VI

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