The Lewis Structure for a Chlorate Ion, ClO₃^-, Should Show

question 51

Multiple Choice

The Lewis structure for a chlorate ion, ClO₃^-, should show ________ single bond(s) , ________ double bond(s) , and ________ lone pair(s) .

• A) 1, 2, 7
• B) 3, 0, 9
• C) 2, 1, 9
• D) 3, 0, 10
• E) 1, 2, 8

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