Question

An element 'X' has atomic number 6. Another element 'Y' has 17 electrons in its neutral atom
(a) To which group of modern periodic table do X' and 'Y' belong?
(b) What type of bond will be formed in the compound when 'X' and 'Y' combine?
(C) Write the formula of this compound.
State reason for your answer in each case.
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Answer 1

Answer:

a, carbon and chlorine

b, covalent bond

Answer 2

Answer:

(a) 'X' belongs to group 14 and 'Y' belongs to group 17.

(b) 'X' and 'Y' will form covelent bond.