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4  Bonding, Nomenclature & Molecular Structure
                                                          LEWIS DIAGRAMS

Write the correct formula for the following molecules. What is the total number of valence
electrons? Then draw the Lewis Diagram.

1. chlorine                     Valence electrons _____         Formula __Cl2___




2. phosphorus pentachloride     Valence electrons _____         Formula _______




3. boron trifluoride            Valence electrons _____         Formula _______




4. silicon dioxide              Valence electrons _____         Formula _______




5. methane                      Valence electrons _____         Formula _______
   (carbon tetrahydride)




6. ammonia                      Valence electrons _____         Formula _______
   (nitrogen trihydride)




7. sulfite ion                  Valence electrons _____         Formula _______