Question

Assertion: F + F → F2

Reason: In the above structure each ‘F’ atom has an octect of valence electrons.

a) Both A and R are individually true and R is the correct explanation of A.

b) Both A and R are individually true but R is not the correct explanation of A.

c) A is true but R is false.

d) A is false but R is true.​

Answer 1

Answer:

c)

F has only 7 valence electrons

it combines to achieve octet (stable) configuration