This video tutorial explains how to write Lewis dot structures for atoms by understanding the number of valence electrons in each element. It covers elements from Groups 1 to 8 of the periodic table, highlighting the number of valence electrons for each group and how to represent them in Lewis structures. The video also notes the complexity of transition metals and focuses on the main group elements commonly encountered in chemistry classes. The tutorial concludes with a brief mention of drawing Lewis structures for molecules.

What is the key to writing Lewis dot structures for atoms?

• Knowing the number of protons

• Knowing the atomic mass

• Knowing the number of neutrons

• Knowing the number of valence electrons

How many valence electrons do Group 1 elements have?

• Four

• Three

• Two

• One

How many valence electrons do Group 2 elements have?

• Four

• Three

• Two

• One

Which element in Group 2 has two valence electrons and is often written with both electrons on one side?

• Calcium

• Beryllium

• Strontium

• Magnesium

How many valence electrons do Group 3 elements have?

• Two

• One

• Three

• Four

Which element in Group 4 is known for forming four covalent bonds?

• Tin

• Germanium

• Carbon

• Silicon

How many valence electrons do Group 5 elements have?

• Five

• Six

• Four

• Three

How many valence electrons do Group 7 elements have?

• Five

• Six

• Seven

• Eight

Why can't helium have eight valence electrons?

• It only has two total electrons

• It is in Group 1

• It has a different electronic structure

• It is a transition metal

How many valence electrons do elements in Group 18 (excluding helium) have?

• Eight

• Seven

• Six

• Nine