An element X (atomic number 17) reacts with an element Y (atomic number 20) to form a divalent halide.
(c) What will be the nature of oxide of element Y? Identify the nature of bonding in the compound formed
(d) Draw the electron dot structure of the divalent halide.
An element X (atomic number 17) reacts with an element Y (atomic number 20) to form a divalent halide.
(c) What will be the nature of oxide of element Y? Identify the nature of bonding in the compound formed
(d) Draw the electron dot structure of the divalent halide.

Solution:

c) Y Oxide will be a fundamental element in nature. Ionic bonding results in the formation of a compound.

d) The electron dot structure: