The Formal Charge on the Bromine Atom in BrO₃^- Drawn

question 31

Multiple Choice

The formal charge on the bromine atom in BrO₃^- drawn with three single bonds is

• A) -2.
• B) -1.
• C) 0.
• D) +1.
• E) +2.

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