Chapter 13, Problem 1LDRE

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

Whether or not the Lewis diagram of ${\text{BCl}}_{\text{3}}$ is acceptable. The reason as to why it is unacceptable is to be stated. The acceptable diagram is to be drawn.

Concept introduction:

Lewis diagram is a representation of the chemical formula of substance with valance electrons of atoms. The Lewis structures are also known as electron dot structures. In the Lewis structure, electrons are denoted by dots. Only the valence electrons are presented as dots in the Lewis structure.