Chapter 14, Problem 57E

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation: The bonding in ${\text{CO}}_{{}_{\text{3}}}^{\text{2-}}$ ion using the LE model needs to be explained and the π bonding with the help of molecular orbital model needs to be explained.

Concept Introduction:

Lewis dot structure is the representation which shows the bonding between atoms present in a molecule. It shows lone pairs and bond pairs that existing on each bonded atom. Lewis dot structure is also known as Lewis dot formula or electron dot structure.

Molecular orbital theory explained the bonding, magnetic and spectral properties of molecule. It is based on the formation of molecular orbitals by the combination of atomic orbitals.