How Many Possible Resonance Structures Exist for the Formate Ion,HCO₂−

question 10

Multiple Choice

How many possible resonance structures exist for the formate ion,HCO₂−?

• A) 0
• B) 2
• C) 3
• D) 4
• E) 8

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