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What is the correct Lewis structure for group 5A element, arsenic?

What is the correct Lewis structure for group 5A element, arsenic?-example-1

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Answer:

A

Step-by-step explanation:

Because Arsenic is in group 15 it will receive 5 valence electrons Start out by adding one dot around the symbol for Arsenic. You'll end up with 4 around it and all you have to do is add another one.

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The correct answer is A
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