Chapter 8.5, Problem 4P

(a)

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

• The more stable compound of the given following to be identified.

Concept Introduction:

Features that decrease the predicted stability:

1. 1. An atom with an incomplete octet.
2. 2. A negative charge that is not on the most electronegative atom.
3. 3. A positive charge on that is on an electronegative atom.
4. 4. Charge separation.

b)

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

• The more stable compound of the given following to be identified.

Concept Introduction:

Features that decrease the predicted stability:

1. 5. An atom with an incomplete octet.
2. 6. A negative charge that is not on the most electronegative atom.
3. 7. A positive charge on that is on an electronegative atom.
4. 8. Charge separation.

c)

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

• The more stable compound of the given following to be identified.

Concept Introduction:

Features that decrease the predicted stability:

1. 9. An atom with an incomplete octet.
2. 10. A negative charge that is not on the most electronegative atom.
3. 11. A positive charge on that is on an electronegative atom.
4. 12. Charge separation.

d)

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

• The more stable compound of the given following to be identified.

Concept Introduction:

Features that decrease the predicted stability:

1. 13. An atom with an incomplete octet.
2. 14. A negative charge that is not on the most electronegative atom.
3. 15. A positive charge on that is on an electronegative atom.
4. 16. Charge separation.