Chapter 8, Problem 8.37QP

(a)

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Interpretation: The Lewis structure of the given species is to be determined.

Concept introduction: The Lewis structure is the representation of a species in which the total valence electrons of the species is show surrounding each atom in the species.

To determine: The Lewis structure of $\text{CO}$.

(b)

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To determine: The Lewis structure of ${\text{O}}_2$.

(c)

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To determine: The Lewis structure of ${\text{ClO}}^{-}$.

(d)

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To determine: The Lewis structure of ${\text{CN}}^{-}$.