Two Resonance Forms for SOCl₂ Are Given Below

question 48

Multiple Choice

Two resonance forms for SOCl₂ are given below. Which is favored by the octet rule and which by formal charge considerations?

• A)I is favored by the octet rule and by formal charge considerations.
• B)I is favored by the octet rule and II by formal charge considerations.
• C)II is favored by the octet rule and I by formal charge considerations.
• D)II is favored by the octet rule and by formal charge considerations.

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