Exceptions

Question 1

What are exceptions to the octect rule?

Answer 1

Be - 2 Bonds (4 electrons)
B - 3 Bonds (6 electrons)
P - 5 Bonds (10 electrons)
S - 6 Bonds (12 electrons)

Question 2

What nonmetal can conduct electricity?

Answer 2

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Question 3

Exceptions to the octect rule NO@

Answer 3

Nitrogen dioxide NO2, has an extra electron (18 instead of 17)

-> 3 bonds, 1 double bond, one single bond.