In the Best Lewis Structure for the Fulminate Ion, CNO^-

question 52

Multiple Choice

In the best Lewis structure for the fulminate ion, CNO^-, what is the formal charge on the central nitrogen atom?

• A)+2
• B)+1
• C)0
• D)-1
• E)-2

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