Valence Electrons in SiCl4

Dr. B explains how to draw the Lewis structure for SiCl4. Silicon, with 4 valence electrons, is placed at the center, surrounded by four chlorine atoms, each with 7 valence electrons. The total of 32 valence electrons is distributed to form bonds and complete octets for each atom. The video concludes with a confirmation that all atoms have full outer shells, completing the Lewis structure for SiCl4.

How many valence electrons does Silicon have?

• 8

• 6

• 4

• 2

What is the total number of valence electrons in SiCl4?

• 34

• 32

• 30

• 28

Which atom is placed at the center of the SiCl4 molecule?

• Silicon

• Chlorine

• Hydrogen

• Oxygen

How many valence electrons are used to form bonds between Silicon and Chlorine?

• 4

• 6

• 8

• 10

Does each atom in SiCl4 satisfy the octet rule?

• Yes, all atoms have a full outer shell.

• No, none of the atoms satisfy the octet rule.

• No, only Chlorine atoms satisfy the octet rule.

• No, only Silicon satisfies the octet rule.