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Lewis Dot Structure

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In a lewis structure, the are represented as dots.

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valence electrons

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positive kernels

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inner electrons

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Solution

The correct option is A valence electrons
Lewis structure represents the atom with its symbol surrounded by dots showing its valence electrons in a symmetrical manner. E.g. Carbon has four valence electrons, it is represented as

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