In: Chemistry
Draw Lewis structures for each of the following compounds. In each case, specify the number of valence electrons surrounding the central atom.
a) bromine dioxide (BrO2) (Assume the central atom does not contain an expanded octet.)
There are ___ valence electrons surrounding the central atom.
b) beryllium fluoride (BeF2)
There are___ valence electrons surrounding the central atom.
c) phosphorus pentabromide (PBr5)
There are ___ valence electrons surrounding the central atom.