Chapter 21, Problem 21.80QP

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation: The Lewis structure of the compound lithium carbonate $\left({\text{Li}}_{\text{2}}{\text{CO}}_{\text{3}}\right)$ is to be drawn.

Concept introduction: Lithium carbonate is sometimes used as a treatment for depression.

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 of lithium carbonate ${\text{Li}}_{\text{2}}{\text{CO}}_{\text{3}}$.