Chapter 18, Problem 18.58SP

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The electron-dot structure for ${\text{O}}_{\text{2}}$ has to be drawn and both ${\text{O}}_{\text{2}}$ and $\text{O = O}$ are not consistent with paramagnetism should to be explained.

Concept Introduction:

Electron-dot structure:

This is only way to show the sharing of electrons between atom in polar covalent bonds or covalent bond.  This is often called Lewis structure.  This structure denotes valence electrons of an atom by dots and also it shows the way of valence electron distributed within a molecule.

Paramagnetic and diamagnetic nature:

If all electrons in the molecule are paired, the substance is diamagnetic nature and substance has unpaired electron(s), the substance is paramagnetic nature.