Chapter 8, Problem 127AP

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The resonance structures for NO is to be drawn. The reason for the fact thata resonance structure having a triple bond between the atoms of NO cannot be drawn is to be explained.

Concept introduction:

For many molecules, it is impossible to explain all the properties by a single Lewis structure. In such cases, more than one Lewis structures are drawn to explain the properties. Such structures of a compound are called resonating structures and the phenomenon is called resonance.

Octet rule: Every element in the main group should have eight electrons in its valence shell in order to attain a noble gas configuration.

Valence electrons are those electrons thatoccupy the last shell of an element.