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Which among the following elements of 3nd  period shows maximum tendency of forming dπ−pπ bond ?ChlorineSiliconPhosphorusSulphur

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Which among the following elements of 3rd period shows maximum tendency of forming dπ−pπ bond ?

  • Chlorine
  • Silicon
  • Phosphorus
  • Sulphur
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Solution

The element with the maximum tendency of forming dπ−pπ bonds among the given options is Sulphur.

Here's the step by step explanation:

  1. dπ−pπ bonds are formed between two atoms when one of the atoms has vacant d orbitals.

  2. In the 3rd period of the periodic table, only Sulphur and Phosphorus have vacant d orbitals.

  3. However, Sulphur shows a greater tendency to form dπ−pπ bonds because it can expand its octet and accommodate more electrons in its vacant d orbitals.

  4. Therefore, among Chlorine, Silicon, Phosphorus, and Sulphur, Sulphur shows the maximum tendency of forming dπ−pπ bonds.

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