An incorrect Lewis structure of nitromethane is shown below. Identify the problem with this structure. II -I H :O: || N :O: A) There are too many electrons in this structure. B) There are not enough electrons in this structure. C) An atom smaller than neon is exceeding octet rule. D) Double bonds or triple bonds would decrease the charge separation and provide octets for all atoms. E) Formal charges are incorrect.

An incorrect Lewis structure of nitromethane is shown below. Identify the problem with this structure. II -I H :O: || N :O: A) There are too many electrons in this structure. B) There are not enough electrons in this structure. C) An atom smaller than neon is exceeding octet rule. D) Double bonds or triple bonds would decrease the charge separation and provide octets for all atoms. E) Formal charges are incorrect.

Pushing Electrons

4th Edition

ISBN:9781133951889

Author:Weeks, Daniel P.

Publisher:Weeks, Daniel P.

Chapter1: Lewis Structures

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 34EQ: Chloromethane has the Lewis structure _______________________________ The carbon atom is sharing 4...

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