Explain why it is not necessary to find the Lewis structure with the smallest formal charges to

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Explain why it is not necessary to find the Lewis structure with the smallest formal charges to make a successful prediction of molecular geometry in the VSEPR theory. For example, write Lewis structures for SO2 having different formal charges, and predict the molecular geometry based on these structures.

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General Chemistry Principles And Modern Applications

ISBN: 9780132931281

11th Edition

Authors: Ralph Petrucci, Jeffry Madura, F. Herring, Carey Bissonnette

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