Based on Its Lewis Dot Structure and the Octet Rule

question 32

Multiple Choice

Based on its Lewis dot structure and the octet rule, which element below has the highest bonding capacity when paired with another nonmetal?

• A)F
• B)H
• C)O
• D)N
• E)C

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Definitions:

Dimethyl Ether

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COC Bond Angle

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Covalent chemical bonds where two lobes of one involved atomic orbital overlap two lobes of the other involved atomic orbital, forming a bond that is parallel to the bonding axis and allowing for electron sharing.

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