Chapter 21, Problem 21.79QP

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation: The bismuth in over-the-counter antacids is found as ${\text{BiO}}^{+}$ The Lewis structure for the ${\text{BiO}}^{+}$ cation is to be drawn.

Concept introduction: Antacids are those substances which are used to relieve indigestion by neutralizing stomach acidity. The ingredients used in them are magnesium, bismuth and calcium.

The Lewis symbol is represented by outermost electrons of atom of an element carries and it is shown by element symbol name and dots around it and dot means number of valence electron of an element.

Lewis structures show the bonds present in the molecules between the atoms and any lone pair in molecule.

To draw: The Lewis structure for the ${\text{BiO}}^{+}$ cation.