Concept explainers
Which pair of elements has the most similar Lewis structures?
a. N and S
b. F and Ar
c. Cl and Ar
d. O and S
Interpretation: The pair of elements that would have the most similar structure is to be determined.
Concept Introduction:
Lewis structure is used to represent the molecules. It is also known as dot structure. In Lewis model, valence electrons are represented as dots.
Answer to Problem 1SAQ
Correct Answer: The most similar Lewis structure is of
Therefore, the correct answer is option (d).
Explanation of Solution
Reason for correct option:
Oxygen
Thus,
Hence, option (d) is correct.
Reasons for incorrect options:
Option (a) is given as
Nitrogen falls in group
So, it is a wrong answer.
Option (b) is given as
Fluorine falls in
So, it is a wrong answer.
Option (c) is given as
Chlorine falls in group
So, it is a wrong answer.
Hence, options (a), (b) and (c) are incorrect.
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