Which of the following elements can form compounds with an expanded octet?
A)N
B)Br
C)F
D)Be
E)None of the above can form compounds with an expanded octet.

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Bromine (Br) can form compounds with an expanded octet because it is in the third period of the periodic table and has access to d orbitals, allowing it to accommodate more than eight electrons.

Which of the Following Elements Can Form Compounds with an Expanded