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Because fluorine has seven valence electrons (2s2 p5) ,

Chapter 9, Problem 59P

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QUESTION:

Because fluorine has seven valence electrons \((2s^2 p^5)\), seven covalent bonds in principle could form around the atom. Such a compound might be \(\mathrm{FH_7}\) or \(\mathrm{FCl_7}\). These compounds have never been prepared. Why?

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QUESTION:

Because fluorine has seven valence electrons \((2s^2 p^5)\), seven covalent bonds in principle could form around the atom. Such a compound might be \(\mathrm{FH_7}\) or \(\mathrm{FCl_7}\). These compounds have never been prepared. Why?

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The given molecules -
Electronic configuration of fluorine is
 

Valence electrons - 7

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