What Is the Total Number of Lone Pairs in the Best

question 22

Multiple Choice

What is the total number of lone pairs in the best Lewis structure for SOF₄ that exceeds the octet rule (S is the central atom)

• A) 0
• B) 2
• C) 14
• D) 16
• E) 18

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