Question

question 2 (2 points)
what is the valence electron count for the formula h₂so₄?
30 electrons
31 electrons
26 electrons
32 electrons

Explanation:

Step1: Determine valence electrons of each atom

• Hydrogen (\(H\)) has \(1\) valence electron.
• Sulfur (\(S\)) has \(6\) valence electrons.
• Oxygen (\(O\)) has \(6\) valence electrons.

Step2: Calculate total valence electrons

For \(H_2SO_4\):

• There are \(2\) \(H\) atoms: \(2\times1 = 2\)
• There is \(1\) \(S\) atom: \(1\times6=6\)
• There are \(4\) \(O\) atoms: \(4\times6 = 24\)
• Total valence electrons \(=2 + 6+24=32\)

Answer:

32 electrons