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How many resonance structures are there for [S2CO]2- ?

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Answer:

Three

Step-by-step explanation:

1. Draw a Lewis structure

  • Put the least electronegative atom (C) in the centre
  • Attach the O and two S atoms to the C.
  • Add enough electrons to give each atom an octet.

2. Draw the resonance structures

You should get one of the structures below.

It has a double bond and two single bonds.

The resonance structures will have the double bond in each of the other two positions.

How many resonance structures are there for [S2CO]2- ?-example-1
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