Manipal MET2014ChemistryStructure of Atom
Valence electrons in the element A are 3 and that in element B are 6. Most probable compound formed from A and B is
Options
- AA₂ B
- BA B₂
- CA₆ B₃
- DA₂ B₃
Correct answer
D. A₂ B₃
Step-by-step solution
Valence electron in A=3 Valence electron in B=6 Thus, A is electropositive and B is electronegative. A can lose three electrons and B can gain two electrons to attain stable configuration. Thus, A exists as A³⁺ and B as B²⁻ thus, compound is A₂ B₃ .