What is the lewis structure for co2? Chemistry 1 Answer anor277 May 22, 2018 #:ddotO=C=ddotO:# Explanation: Just to retire this question....finally...we have #4_C+2xx6_O=16*"valence electrons"#...i.e. EIGHT electron pairs to distribute as shown. The carbon is #sp"-hybridized"#, each oxygen is #sp_2"-hybridized"#. #/_O-C-O=180^@# as a consequence.... Answer link Related questions How do I determine the molecular shape of a molecule? What is the lewis structure for hcn? How is vsepr used to classify molecules? What are the units used for the ideal gas law? How does Charle's law relate to breathing? What is the ideal gas law constant? How do you calculate the ideal gas law constant? How do you find density in the ideal gas law? Does ideal gas law apply to liquids? What is the Charles's law equation? Impact of this question 302802 views around the world You can reuse this answer Creative Commons License