Chapter 24, Problem 68QP

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The fact that the compounds ${\text{SCl}}_6,SB{r}_6,{\text{ and SI}}_6$ cannot be prepared is to be explained.

Concept introduction:

Chlorine, fluorine, iodine, and bromine are present in the 17th group in the periodic table, and are larger in size as compared to sulfur.

Sulfur exhibits the maximum oxidation state of $+6$ in compound ${\text{SF}}_6$.