Question

using the
as\ idea, how many electrons are \available\ for the compound hocl? n = 18 24 18 14 32

Explanation:

Step1: Determine the valence electrons of each atom

• Hydrogen (\(H\)) has \(1\) valence electron.
• Oxygen (\(O\)) has \(6\) valence electrons.
• Chlorine (\(Cl\)) has \(7\) valence electrons.

Step2: Calculate the total valence electrons

$$1 + 6+7 = 14$$

Answer:

\(14\)