Structure So42 ((top)) | Lewis

Let’s break down the Lewis structure of SO₄²⁻ — one of the most common polyatomic ions you’ll meet in general chemistry! 🧴⚡️

3️⃣ as lone pairs on O atoms to give each O an octet. lewis structure so42

Tetrahedral (no lone pairs on S) — bond angles ~109.5°. Let’s break down the Lewis structure of SO₄²⁻

SO₄²⁻ is a resonance hybrid — all S–O bonds are equivalent (intermediate between single and double). 💫 plus a resonance arrow. 🧪 🧪

👇 Which ion should I do next? Drop it in the comments! #Chemistry #LewisStructure #SO42 #StudyTips #STEM A clear diagram showing S with two double-bonded O’s (0 formal charge) and two single-bonded O’s (–1 charge), plus a resonance arrow.

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