Determine if the structural formula below are acceptable Lewis structures for organic compounds. Point out the problems in cases where structure is invalid. CH3 CH-N-CH-CH3 ČH3 O A. This structure is correct because the valance of Nitrogen is complete. B. This is not a correct Lewis structure because Nitrogen can accommodate more atoms. C. This is not a correct Lewis structure because Nitrogen has a charge if it does not have three bonds. D. This is a correct Lewis structure.

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Determine if the structural
formula below are acceptable
Lewis structures for organic
compounds. Point out the
problems in cases where
structure is invalid.
CH3
CH;-N-CH-CH3
ČH3
A. This structure is correct because
the valance of Nitrogen is complete.
B. This is not a correct Lewis structure
because Nitrogen can accommodate
more atoms.
C. This is not a correct Lewis structure
because Nitrogen has a charge if it does
not have three bonds.
D. This is a correct Lewis structure.
Transcribed Image Text:Determine if the structural formula below are acceptable Lewis structures for organic compounds. Point out the problems in cases where structure is invalid. CH3 CH;-N-CH-CH3 ČH3 A. This structure is correct because the valance of Nitrogen is complete. B. This is not a correct Lewis structure because Nitrogen can accommodate more atoms. C. This is not a correct Lewis structure because Nitrogen has a charge if it does not have three bonds. D. This is a correct Lewis structure.
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