Q.

Is it true that the structure of the S8 molecule is crown shaped?


see full answer

Start JEE / NEET / Foundation preparation at rupees 99/day !!

21% of IItians & 23% of AIIMS delhi doctors are from Sri Chaitanya institute !!
An Intiative by Sri Chaitanya

a

True

b

False 

answer is A.

(Unlock A.I Detailed Solution for FREE)

Ready to Test Your Skills?

Check your Performance Today with our Free Mock Test used by Toppers!

Take Free Test

Detailed Solution

The above statement is true.
S8 is the chemical formula of sulphur. There is a single covalent bond linking each sulphur atom to like atoms on either side. They complete the octet. The molecule in the form of a ring is also represented by a crown shape. Sulphur has six electrons in its outermost shell and requires two electrons to complete an octet state. The structure of the S8 is,
Question Image 
Watch 3-min video & get full concept clarity

hear from our champions

score_test_img

Get Expert Academic Guidance – Connect with a Counselor Today!

whats app icon