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An element X from group 2 of the Periodic Table reacts with Y from group 17 to form a compound. Give the formula of the compound.
- XY2
- XY
- X2Y
- (XY)2
Correct Answer: (a) XY2
Explanation: As group 2 elements of the periodic table have valency +2, and group 17 elements have valency -1. Hence, the formula of the compound would be XY2.
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