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Which of the following statements is false about drawing Lewis structures?

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zhannawk [14.2K]3 years ago

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Answer:

c. N, P, and As can sometimes share more than 8 e-

Explanation:

Lewis structures are diagrams that show the valence electrons of atoms within a molecule. Valence electrons play a major role while drawing Lewis structures as only valence electrons can be shared with another molecule to form a bond.

N, P, and As can not share more than 8 e- because they have less valence electrons in their outer shell. N has only one valence electron, P and As has only 5 valence electrons so they can not share more than their valence electrons.

Hence, the correct answer is "c. N, P, and As can sometimes share more than 8 e-".

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