Chapter 8, Problem 4PS

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation: The elements that are capable of forming hypervalent compounds should be identified.

Concept Introduction:

Hypervalent: The compounds that are formed by combination of third or higher period’s elements which are surrounded by more than four electron pairs that is the central atom exceeds the octet rule hence such elements are termed as hypervalent.

Octet rule: By obtaining eight electrons around the valence shell of an element, then compound satisfied the octet rule and thus, achieved the electron configuration of noble gas.