Chemistry: The Molecular Science (5th Edition)

Published by Cengage Learning
ISBN 10: 1285199049
ISBN 13: 978-1-28519-904-7

Chapter 6 - Covalent Bonding - Questions for Review and Thought - Applying Concepts - Page 283d: 80

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The plus on the outside of the molecule means that one of the valence electrons should be taken away. Thus, the student forgot to take away the lone electron next to the Sulfur atom.
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