Chapter 11, Problem 11RQ

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

Reason has to be given for Potassium usually forms ${\text{K}}^{\text{+}}$ ion but not ${\text{K}}^{\text{2+}}$ ion.

Concept Introduction:

Octet rule:

  This rule explains the tendency of elements bond forming nature in such a way that bond forming atoms has eight electrons in their valence shells and giving the stable and octet electronic configuration of noble gases.