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Choose the option with correct dot structure.


A

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Solution

The correct option is A


According to octet-rule, the valence shell of all elements in the compound should have 8 valence electrons (except hydrogen). Carbon has 8 valence electrons only in option. So, this is the correct option.

The correct dot structure for other options would be:



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