What is the primary rule for a valid Lewis structure?

Lewis Structures and Resonance Concepts

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
The number of valence electrons must be odd.
The structure must have a positive charge.
The number of valence electrons must add up correctly.
The structure must have a double bond.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
In a resonance structure, what remains unchanged?
The position of electrons.
The arrangement of atoms.
The type of bonds.
The number of lone pairs.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How do you show resonance structures in diagrams?
Using circles.
Using double-edged arrows.
Using single arrows.
Using dashed lines.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the goal when determining the most stable resonance structure?
Maximize the number of lone pairs.
Ensure all atoms have a positive charge.
Minimize the number of bonds.
Achieve the lowest possible formal charge.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which element should ideally carry a negative formal charge?
The element with the most bonds.
The least electronegative element.
The element with the least lone pairs.
The most electronegative element.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the formal charge of chlorine in POCl3?
Positive two
Positive one
Negative one
Zero
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How many valence electrons does oxygen have in a typical Lewis structure?
Two
Four
Six
Eight
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