Lewis Structure Rules Flashcards
1
Q
H and F only form
A
one single bond, always occupy terminal position
ALWAYS monovalent
2
Q
Cl, Br, and I usually form
A
single bonds
usually monovalent
3
Q
S and O form
A
single or double bonds usually divalent (forming 2 single bonds or one double bond)
4
Q
N forms
A
single, double, and triple bonds
5
Q
C forms
A
single, double, and triple bonds
usually does not occupy a terminal position
6
Q
Central atom is usually
A
the least electronegative