Chapter 11, Problem 83AE

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The reason for which the Lewis structure of each element in a given group of representative elements on periodic table has same number of dots has to be identified.

Concept Introduction:

Lewis structure:

The representation of valence shell electrons around the atom is known as Lewis structure or Lewis dot structure.  Electrons are represented as a dot in Lewis structures, a single dot represents unpaired electron and paired of dots represents paired electrons.