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Dmw Lewis structures for each hypothetical molecule shown
Chapter 0, Problem 9(choose chapter or problem)
Draw Lewis structures for each hypothetical molecule shown below, using the correct number of valence electrons for each atom. Determine which molecule makes sense because each atom has a complete valence shell and each bond has the correct number of electrons. Explain what makes the other molecules nonsensical, considering the number of bonds each type of atom can make.
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QUESTION:
Draw Lewis structures for each hypothetical molecule shown below, using the correct number of valence electrons for each atom. Determine which molecule makes sense because each atom has a complete valence shell and each bond has the correct number of electrons. Explain what makes the other molecules nonsensical, considering the number of bonds each type of atom can make.
ANSWER:Step 1 of 4
The following is the Lewis dot structure for the compound:
As can be seen from the structure, the carbon atom has an unpaired electron in its valence shell. A carbon atom can make four bonds with other atoms. Hence, this structure does not make sense.