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Question
An element X has a valency of 4 whereas another element Y has a valency of 1. What will be the formula of the compound formed between X and Y ?
Solution
Valency of element X = 4
Valency of element Y = 1
Elements : X Y
Valencie: 4 1
Formula for the compound formed between X and Y can be worked out by crossing the valencies of the constituent elements.
Therefore, formula of the compound is XY4.
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