which of these elements forms the same number of covalent bonds (shared electron pairs) as bromine does…

which of these elements forms the same number of covalent bonds (shared electron pairs) as bromine does? choose 1 answer: a nitrogen b sulfur c phosphorus d chlorine

which of these elements forms the same number of covalent bonds (shared electron pairs) as bromine does? choose 1 answer: a nitrogen b sulfur c phosphorus d chlorine

Answer

Brief Explanation:

Bromine is in Group 17 (halogen group) and has 7 valence - electrons. It forms 1 covalent bond to achieve a stable octet. Chlorine is also in Group 17 with 7 valence - electrons and forms 1 covalent bond. Nitrogen in Group 15 forms 3 covalent bonds, sulfur in Group 16 forms 2 covalent bonds, and phosphorus in Group 15 forms 3 or 5 covalent bonds.

Answer:

D. chlorine