Formaldehyde Has the Chemical Formula CH₂O

question 38

Multiple Choice

Formaldehyde has the chemical formula CH₂O. How many electrons must be shown in the Lewis structure of formaldehyde?

• A) 4
• B) 8
• C) 12
• D) 16

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