How Many Possible Resonance Structures Exist for Carbonate Ion,CO₃^2-

question 13

Multiple Choice

How many possible resonance structures exist for carbonate ion,CO₃^2-?

• A) 0
• B) 1
• C) 3
• D) 6
• E) 8

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