The Cation BiO^ Is Found in Some Over-The-Counter Antacids

question 5

Multiple Choice

The cation BiO^ is found in some over-the-counter antacids. Draw the Lewis structure of this cation that satisfies the octet rule for both atoms. Based on this Lewis structure, this cation has ________ of nonbonding electrons.

• A)a triple bond and two pairs
• B)a single bond and six pairs
• C)a double bond and three pairs
• D)a single bond and four pairs
• E)a quadruple bond and one pair

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