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What is the electron dot structure for Silicon

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Put 4 dots around the Si . One on the top, the left side, the right side, and the bottom. Because it has 4 valence electrons
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Since it is in Group 4 it will have 4 valence electrons. When you draw the Lewis structure for Silicon you'll put four "dots" or valance electrons around the element symbol (Si).

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