Question

question 3. which of the following correctly represents the electron - dot structure for carbon (c)?

Explanation:

Electron - dot structure (Lewis structure) shows valence electrons. Carbon has 4 valence electrons. In electron - dot structure, valence electrons are represented as dots around the element symbol. The correct structure should have 4 dots around the carbon symbol.

Answer:

The first option (the one with 4 dots around C, two on top, two at the bottom) is correct.