Octet rule is followed by the central atom of ______ molecule.ABF3BSF6CSO2DCCl4

To determine which molecule follows the octet rule for the central atom, let's analyze the given options:

1. ABF3 - The central atom A could be a non-metal that can form three bonds and fulfill the octet rule depending on the identity of A.

2. BSF6 - Boron (B), as the central atom, typically does not follow the octet rule as it can expand its valence shell and have more than 8 electrons (it can form 6 bonds).

3. CSO2 - Carbon (C), as the central atom, generally follows the octet rule. However, it forms four bonds, sharing its four outer electrons to achieve a stable octet.

4. DCCl4 - Carbon (C) is also the central atom in this molecule, and it follows the octet rule by forming four bonds with chlorine atoms.

Final Answer

The central atom follows the octet rule in the molecules CSO2 and DCl4.