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.
  1. XY2
  2. XY
  3. X2Y
  4. (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. 

Updated on: 10-Oct-2022

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