Let’s break down the Lewis structure of SO₄²⁻ — one of the most common polyatomic ions you’ll meet in general chemistry! 🧴⚡️
👇 Which ion should I do next? Drop it in the comments! #Chemistry #LewisStructure #SO42 #StudyTips #STEM A clear diagram showing S with two double-bonded O’s (0 formal charge) and two single-bonded O’s (–1 charge), plus a resonance arrow. lewis structure so42
SO₄²⁻ is a resonance hybrid — all S–O bonds are equivalent (intermediate between single and double). 💫 Let’s break down the Lewis structure of SO₄²⁻
3️⃣ as lone pairs on O atoms to give each O an octet. lewis structure so42