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4. Biomolecules / Carbon / Problem 4

Identify which of the following molecules is nonsensical (Hint: Draw Lewis dot structures and then predict).

A

Lewis dot structure of a carbon atom with four valence electrons.

B

Lewis dot structure of a carbon atom bonded to two oxygen atoms.

C

Lewis dot structure of a carbon atom with three hydrogen atoms and one oxygen atom.

D

Lewis dot structure of a carbon atom with five valence electrons, indicating a nonsensical molecule.

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