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Which of the following is the correct Lewis structure for the ionic compound Ca(ClO2)2?
Which of the following is the correct Lewis structure for the ionic compound Ca(ClO2)2?
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When drawing Lewis structures for ionic compounds, make sure to represent the charges on ions correctly and use lone pairs for non-metals.
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The Correct Option is C
Solution and Explanation
The correct Lewis structure for the ionic compound Ca(ClO2)2 is represented by option (c).
In this structure, calcium (Ca) has a 2+ charge and is bonded to two chlorite ions (\( \text{ClO}2^- \)) with each chlorine atom in the chlorite ion having two lone pairs of electrons.
In this structure, calcium (Ca) has a 2+ charge and is bonded to two chlorite ions (\( \text{ClO}2^- \)) with each chlorine atom in the chlorite ion having two lone pairs of electrons.
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