Which of the Following Is True in the Carbonate Ion

question 4

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true in the carbonate ion, CO₃²⁻?

• A) The carbon atom does not have an octet.
• B) The ion has 22 valence electrons.
• C) The electrons are constantly moving from one bond location to another.
• D) None of these is true.

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