Interpretation:
The Lewis structure for given
Concept Introduction:
Electron dot structure also known as Lewis dot structure represents the number of valence electrons of an atom or constituent atoms bonded in a molecule. Each dot corresponds to one electron.
An orbital can occupy maximum of two electrons.
The steps to draw Lewis structure are as follows:
Step 1: Find the number of valence electrons.
Step 2: Find the number of electrons needed to make the atoms complete its octet.
Step 3: Determine the number of bonds in the molecule.
Step 4: Choose a central atom.
Step 5: Draw a skeletal structure.
Step 6: Place electrons around the atoms.
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