For the structure below, draw the resonance structure that is indicated by the curved arrow(s). Be sure to include formal charges. Modify the second structure given to draw the new resonance structure. Include lone pairs and charges in your structure. Use the + and - tools to add/remove charges to an atom, and use the single bond tool to add/remove double bonds. why t + charge?

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Why was the formal charge of (+) placed on this carbon? I understand everything else about the question but can someone help me with explaining this. Thanks!

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For the structure below, draw the resonance structure that is indicated by the curved arrow(s). Be sure to include formal charges.
Modify the second structure given to draw the new resonance structure. Include lone pairs and charges in your structure. Use the +
and - tools to add/remove charges to an atom, and use the single bond tool to add/remove double bonds.
- BK why t charge?
Transcribed Image Text:Your Answer Correct Answer (Used) For the structure below, draw the resonance structure that is indicated by the curved arrow(s). Be sure to include formal charges. Modify the second structure given to draw the new resonance structure. Include lone pairs and charges in your structure. Use the + and - tools to add/remove charges to an atom, and use the single bond tool to add/remove double bonds. - BK why t charge?
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