Recall That a Carbon Atom Behaves as If It Possesses

question 147

Multiple Choice

Recall that a carbon atom behaves as if it possesses four valence electrons. Given this information, what is the MOST likely structural formula for carbon dioxide (CO₂) ?

• A) O¾C¾O
• B) O=C=O
• C) O=C¾O
• D) O¾C=O

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