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What is a Lewis Dot Structure?

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A Lewis Dot Structure is a diagram that shows the bonding between atoms of a molecule and the lone pairs of electrons that may exist in the molecule.

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How many valence electrons does Fluorine (F) have?

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Fluorine has 7 valence electrons.

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What does the number of dots around an element represent in a Lewis Dot Structure?

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The number of dots represents the valence electrons of the element.

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Which element has the following Lewis Dot Structure: ••F•?

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Fluorine (F) has this Lewis Dot Structure.

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How many valence electrons does Sodium (Na) have?

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Sodium has 1 valence electron.

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What is the significance of valence electrons in chemical bonding?

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Valence electrons determine how an atom can bond with other atoms.

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Which element has 14 electrons in total?

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Silicon (Si) has 14 electrons in total.

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What is the correct Lewis Dot Structure for Sodium (Na)?

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The correct Lewis Dot Structure for Sodium is a single dot next to the symbol Na.

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How many dots would you draw for an element with 4 valence electrons?

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You would draw 4 dots around the element's symbol.

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What is the Lewis Dot Structure for Argon (Ar)?

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Argon has a Lewis Dot Structure with 8 dots, representing its 8 valence electrons.