Chemistry: A Molecular Approach (3rd Edition)

by Tro, Nivaldo J.

Published by Prentice Hall

ISBN 10: 0321809246

ISBN 13: 978-0-32180-924-7

Chapter 10 - Sections 10.1-10.8 - Exercises - Problems by Topic - Page 477: 78a

Answer

The molecule is stable and exists.

Work Step by Step

C has four valence electrons each. Total valence electrons after subtracting two for the +2 charge is 6.

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