Draw and explain the Lewis structure of {eq}NO_3^- {/eq}. Include all lone pairs of electrons.

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Draw and explain the Lewis structure of {eq}NO_3^- {/eq}. Include all lone pairs of electrons.

Lewis structures

Lewis structures are one of the ways to determine the molecule's shape and geometry, electron arrangement, along with lone pairs/bond pairs which helps to predict reactivity.

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Nitrate ion: N has 5 valence electrons, O has 6. Total valence electrons for N and 3O= 23+1 negative charge = 24

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