Chapter 2, Problem 11P

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The octet rule is obeyed by each of the atoms in the following molecules: (a) ${\text{CF}}_4$ (b) ${\text{O}}_{\text{2}}$ (c) ${\text{AsBr}}_{\text{3}}$ (d) ${\text{SF}}_2$ is to be confirmed.

Concept Introduction:

A chemical bond is a force of attraction which holds two atoms together.

According to the octet rule an atom gains, loses or shares electrons to give an outer shell containing eight electrons (an octet) with a configuration $\text{ns}\text{n}{\text{p}}^{\text{6}}$