Organic Chemistry Study Guide and Solutions
Organic Chemistry Study Guide and Solutions
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ISBN: 9781936221868
Author: Marc Loudon, Jim Parise
Publisher: W. H. Freeman
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Chapter 1, Problem 1.32AP
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(a)

Interpretation:

The negative charge present on each oxygen atom of the carbonate ion is to be calculated.

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Resonance structure is a blend of two or more Lewis structures. Resonance structures are represented by a double headed arrow between the structures. Three resonance structrues are possible for carbonate ion.

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(b)

Interpretation:

The bond order of each carbon-oxygen bond in the carbonate ion is to be calculated.

Concept introduction:

Resonance structure is a blend of two or more Lewis structures. Resonance structures are represented by a double headed arrow between the structures. Three resonance structures are possible for carbonate ion.

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