Chapter 8, Problem 8.78QP

(a)

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation: The Lewis structures for ${\text{NOF}}_{\text{3}}$, $\text{NO}{\left({\text{CH}}_{\text{3}}\right)}_{\text{3}}$ and ionic form of ${\text{NOF}}_{\text{3}}$ are to be drawn and an explanation for the consistency of ionic form of ${\text{NOF}}_{\text{3}}$ with the observed $\text{N}-\text{O}$ distance is to be stated.

Concept introduction: The arrangement of valence electrons among the atoms in the molecules is represented by Lewis structure of a molecule. The electron pairs in the molecule are considered to be delocalized.

To determine: The Lewis structures for ${\text{NOF}}_{\text{3}}$ and $\text{NO}{\left({\text{CH}}_{\text{3}}\right)}_{\text{3}}$.

(b)

Interpretation Introduction

To determine: The Lewis structures for ionic form of ${\text{NOF}}_{\text{3}}$ and an explanation for the consistency of ionic form of ${\text{NOF}}_{\text{3}}$ with the observed $\text{O}-\text{O}$ distance.