...by the octet rule are called hypervalent compounds, and have what is known as an 'expanded octet,' meaning that there are more than eight Therefore, the d orbitals participate in bonding with other atoms and an expanded octet is produced. Examples of molecules in which a third period...
Thus in this way, carbon will have {eq}5 + 3{\text{ = 8}} {/eq} valence electrons after sharing and a complete octet. Therefore, it is not a hypervalent molecule because it has not more than an octet. Which compound could have a super octet (expanded valence) around its central atom? Select the correct answer below: Question 10 options: CF 4. NF 3. SF 4. OF 2 ...