Question

Select all of the below statements that accurately describe the Lewis symbol of silicon.

a. There are 2 unpaired electrons on the atom.
b. There is 1 lone pair of electrons.
c. There are 2 lone pairs of electrons.
d. There are 3 unpaired electrons on the atom.

Answer 1

The Lewis symbol of silicon has 4 valence electrons and includes 1 lone pair of electrons.

Step-by-step explanation:

The Lewis symbol of silicon has 4 valence electrons, which are represented by dots surrounding the symbol Si.

Each valence electron is represented by a dot, and the dots are shown on any of the four sides of the symbol.

Therefore, statement b, 'There is 1 lone pair of electrons,' accurately describes the Lewis symbol of silicon.