Question

question 38 (1 point) draw the lewis dot formula for the oxygen atom. since we cant draw this, just state how many dots are around the symbol? 1 a. 0 b. 1 c. 2 d. 3 e. 4 f. 5 g. 6 h. 7 i. 8 j. 9 k. 10

Explanation:

Step1: Recall oxygen's valence electrons

Oxygen is in group 16 of the periodic table and has 6 valence electrons.

Step2: Relate to Lewis - dot formula

In a Lewis - dot formula, the number of dots around the symbol represents the number of valence electrons.

Answer:

G. 6