Lewis Structures

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What are Lewis Structures?

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Lewis Structures are diagrams that represent the bonding between atoms of a molecule and the lone pairs of electrons that may exist in the molecule.

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How do you determine the total number of valence electrons in a molecule?

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To determine the total number of valence electrons, add the valence electrons of each atom in the molecule, considering any charges.

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What is the significance of valence electrons in bonding?

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Valence electrons are the electrons in the outermost shell of an atom and are involved in forming bonds with other atoms.

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How many valence electrons does Sulfur (S) have?

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Sulfur has 6 valence electrons.

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What is the octet rule?

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The octet rule states that atoms tend to form bonds until they are surrounded by eight valence electrons, achieving a stable electron configuration.

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How many electrons are shared in a single bond?

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A single bond represents the sharing of 2 electrons between two atoms.

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What is a lone pair of electrons?

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A lone pair of electrons is a pair of valence electrons that are not shared with another atom and are not involved in bonding.

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How do you represent a double bond in a Lewis Structure?

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A double bond is represented by two lines between the bonded atoms, indicating the sharing of 4 electrons.

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What is the Lewis dot structure for Oxygen (O)?

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The Lewis dot structure for Oxygen shows 6 dots around the symbol 'O', representing its 6 valence electrons.

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How do you determine the central atom in a Lewis Structure?

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The central atom is usually the least electronegative atom or the atom that can form the most bonds.