(a)
Interpretation: A valid Lewis structure for the given compound is to be drawn.
Concept introduction: The arrangement of valence electrons among the atoms present in a molecule is represented by the Lewis structure of that molecule. The electron pairs in the molecule are considered to be delocalized.
(b)
Interpretation: A valid Lewis structure for the given compound is to be drawn.
Concept introduction: The arrangement of valence electrons among the atoms present in a molecule is represented by the Lewis structure of that molecule. The electron pairs in the molecule are considered to be delocalized.
(c)
Interpretation: A valid Lewis structure for the given compound is to be drawn.
Concept introduction: The arrangement of valence electrons among the atoms present in a molecule is represented by the Lewis structure of that molecule. The electron pairs in the molecule are considered to be delocalized.
(d)
Interpretation: A valid Lewis structure for the given compound is to be drawn.
Concept introduction: The arrangement of valence electrons among the atoms present in a molecule is represented by the Lewis structure of that molecule. The electron pairs in the molecule are considered to be delocalized.
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