Question

The number of possible resonance structure for CO32-is

Answer 1

Answer:

$CO_3 ^ {2-} \ has \ 3 \ resonating \ structures$

Explanation:

$\blacksquare$ Resonance structures are different structures for a given ion or compound

$\blacksquare$ These structures differ only in the arrangement of electrons or bonds in the 3-D spatial arrangement

$\blacksquare$ All the different resonating structures together contribute to the resonance hybrid which is or might be the actual structure of the compound or ion

$\blacksquare$ The resonating structures for carbonate ion or CO₃²⁻ are :