(a)
Interpretation:
The Lewis structure of an oxide of nitrogen in +5 oxidation state should be drawn.
Concept introduction:
Lewis structures are the diagrams that show the bonding between the atoms of the molecules and existing lone pairs of electrons.
(b)
Interpretation:
The Lewis structure of an oxide of the strongest oxoacid of nitrogen should be drawn.
Concept introduction:
Lewis structures are the diagrams that show the bonding between the atoms of the molecules and existing lone pairs of electrons.
(c)
Interpretation:
The Lewis structure of an oxide of a tetrahedral oxoanion of sulfur should be drawn.
Concept introduction:
Lewis structures are the diagrams that show the bonding between the atoms of the molecules and existing lone pairs of electrons.
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