Lecture 15: Lewis Structure II Flashcards
1
Q
Formal charge is (calculation)
A
(normal # e) - (present # e) ** 1 bonding e per line
2
Q
best lewis structures…
A
-put neg charge on most electroneg atom
-minimizes formal charge
3
Q
octet rule vs formal charge (atomic number 12+)
A
minimize formal charge
4
Q
octet rule vs formal charge (atomic numbers 1-12)
A
minimize formal charge, while following the octet rule
5
Q
Free Radical
A
has an unpaired e in the lewis structure, is very reactive
