Does NO2- have a dipole?
1 Answer
Nov 28, 2015
Try drawing out the resonance structure. Which atom can make the most bonds?
How many valence electrons does this have?
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Total:
Did you get this?
If not, check your bonds. The major resonance structure has one double bond.
CHALLENGE: What are the formal charges here? Do you think a bent molecule has a dipole moment? Which direction does it point?
Hint: Try drawing the resonance hybrid structure, and consider dipole moment vector diagrams like these when determining how to draw your dipole moment vector.