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Dmw Lewis structures for each hypothetical molecule shown

Chapter 0, Problem 9

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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.

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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.

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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.

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