Write the Lewis dot structures of (a) `C Cl_(4)` (b) `PH_(3)` ( c) `BCl_(3).` Is the octet rule obeyed in these structures ?

Explanation

To solve the question, we will write the Lewis dot structures for the compounds \( CCl_4 \), \( PH_3 \), and \( BCl_3 \), and then determine whether the octet rule is obeyed in each structure.

### Step 1: Draw the Lewis dot structure for \( CCl_4 \)

1. **Count the valence electrons**:
- Carbon (C) has 4 valence electrons.
- Each Chlorine (Cl) has 7 valence electrons, and there are 4 Cl atoms.
- Total = \( 4 + (4 \times 7) = 4 + 28 = 32 \) valence electrons.
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