How Many Total Valence Electrons Are There in the Lewis

question 23

Multiple Choice

How many total valence electrons are there in the Lewis structure of NO₃ ^{− 1}?

• A)32
• B)30
• C)20
• D)22
• E)None of these.

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Definitions:

Lauric Acid

A saturated fatty acid with a 12-carbon atom chain, commonly found in coconut oil and palm kernel oil, used in soap production and other industries.

Myristic Acid

A saturated 14-carbon fatty acid, also known as tetradecanoic acid, common in animal and vegetable fats.

Palmitic Acid

A saturated fatty acid found in fats and waxes including olive oil, palm oil, and body lipids, known scientifically as hexadecanoic acid.

Stearic Acid

A saturated fatty acid found in various animal and plant fats, used in the manufacturing of detergents, soaps, and cosmetics.