In an ionic compound the atoms are linked via ionic bonds. These are formed by the transfer of electrons from one atom to the other. The atom that loses electrons gains a positive charge whereas the atom that accepts electrons gains a negative. This happens in accordance with the octet rule wherein each atom is surrounded by 8 electrons
In the given example:
The valence electron configuration of Iodine (I) = 5s²5p⁵
It needs only one electron to complete its octet.
In the given options:
K = 4s¹
C = 2s²2p²
Cl = 3s²3p⁵
P = 3s²3p³
Thus K can donate its valence electron to Iodine. As a result K, will gain a stable noble gas configuration of argon while iodine would gain an octet. This would also balance the charges as K⁺I⁻ creating a neutral molecule.
Ans: Potassium (K)
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Answer:
1.57 x 10⁷m
Explanation:
Given quantity is;
1.57 x 10¹⁴nm
Now;
1 nm = 10⁻⁹
So, let us convert this given quantity;
1 nm = 10⁻⁹
1.57 x 10¹⁴nm will give 1.57 x 10¹⁴ x 10⁻⁹ = 1.57 x 10⁷m
