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Q.16. The following table shows the position of six elements A, B, C, D, E and F in the periodic table.


Using the above table answer the following questions :
(a) Which element will form only covalent compunds?
 

Dear Student,

The Element E will always from Covalent Compounds.

Reason:
  • It is present in Group 14, so it will have 4 Electrons in its valence shell.
  • It is present in Period 3, so it will have 3 Shells i.e. K,L and M.
  • So, its Electronic Configuration becomes 2,8,4.
  • It shares electrons with another atom to complete its octet (as losing or gaining 4 electrons to complete the octet is difficult)
  • Therefore, it will always form Covalent Compounds.

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Element E will form only covalent compound.because it is silicone with valency 4.
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