When Sulfur-Containing Fuels Are Burned, Sulfur Trioxide (SO₃) Is Formed

question 145

Multiple Choice

When sulfur-containing fuels are burned, sulfur trioxide (SO₃) is formed in the atmosphere and contributes to acid rain (sulfur trioxide plus water produces sulfuric acid) . How many resonance structures are there for SO₃ when each atom satisfies the octet rule?

• A)0
• B)1
• C)2
• D)3
• E)4

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