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Problem 51b
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Section: Cumulative Problems
Chapter 10: Chemical Bonding II: Molecular Shapes, Valence Bond Theory,and Molecular Orbital Theory
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Given information
In 
molecule, 
is considered as the central atom.
Step-by-step explanation
Step 1.
The atomic number of sulphur is 
. Thus, electronic configuration of sulphur is 
and the number of valence electrons in sulphur atom is 
.
The atomic number of chlorine is 
. Thus, electronic configuration of chlorine is 
and the number of valence electrons in chlorine atom is 
.
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Principles of Chemistry Molecular Approach
3rd Edition, 2014
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ISBN: 9780321971944