Which One of the Following Molecules or Ions Contains an Exception

question 105

Multiple Choice

Which one of the following molecules or ions contains an exception to the octet rule?

• A) O₂
• B) CN^-
• C) XeCl
• D) ClO^-
• E) SiH₄

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