Covalent Lewis Structures

Front

What is the formula for Disulfur trioxide?

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S₂O₃

Front

Which Lewis dot structure represents the molecule fluorine (F₂)?

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Structure B

Front

In CO₂, how many UNSHARED pairs of electrons does each oxygen have?

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2

Front

When writing Lewis Structures, only __________ electrons are used.

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Valence

Front

How many electrons can be used in the Lewis Structure for NO₃⁻?

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24

Front

What are Lewis dot structures used for?

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To represent the bonding between atoms and the lone pairs of electrons in a molecule.

Front

Define valence electrons.

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Electrons in the outermost shell of an atom that are involved in forming bonds.

Front

What is the significance of lone pairs in Lewis structures?

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Lone pairs represent non-bonding electrons that can affect molecular shape and reactivity.

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How do you determine the total number of valence electrons in a molecule?

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Add the valence electrons of all atoms in the molecule.

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What is the octet rule?

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Atoms tend to bond in such a way that they have eight electrons in their valence shell.