Question

2 or 3 limitations of octet rule​

Answer 1

Explanation:

Some limitations of the octet rule are: It cannot be applied to the nonmetals after silicon in the Periodic Table. These elements can “expand their octet” and have more than eight valence electrons around the central atom. Molecules with an odd number of electrons such as NO and NO₂ cannot satisfy the octet rule.

Answer 2

Answer:

Octet rule fails to explain the following:

(1) The stability of incomplete octet molecules, i.e., the molecules with the central atom containing less than eight electrons.

For example, $\sf{BeCl_2}, {BF_3}$.

(2) The stability of expanded octet molecules, i.e., the molecules with the central atom containing more than eight electrons.

For example, $\sf{PC_5}, {SF_6}$.

(3) Observed shape and geometry of the molecules.

(4) Difference in energies and reactivities of different molecules.