Analyze the central atom of each molecule and determine if it’s capable of having an expanded octet or an incomplete octet by constructing a Lewis structure
Step 1. Establish the octet rule exceptions
A valid Lewis structure of _____ cannot be drawn without violating the octet rule.
a. NI3
b. SO2
c. ICl5
d. SiF4
e. CO2
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