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What is the primary purpose of indicating formal charges on atoms in Lewis structures?

Options

  1. ATo represent real charge separation within the molecule.
  2. BTo determine molecular geometry.
  3. CTo track the valence electrons in the molecule.
  4. DTo determine the electronegativity of the atoms.

Correct answer

C. To track the valence electrons in the molecule.

Step-by-step solution

Indicating the charges on the atoms in the Lewis structure helps in keeping track of the valence electrons in the molecule.

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