Question

Lewis structure consists of an element which is represented by a symbol and an arrangement of dots, which usually represents:

• A. the number of neutrons
• B. the electrons in the outermost energy level
• C. the atomic number
  
• D. the atomic mass
  

Answer 1

Answer: (B)

the electrons in the outermost energy level

Lewis structure consists of an element which is represented by a symbol and an arrangement of dots which usually represents the electrons in the outermost energy level. For example, H atom is represented as $H\cdot$ and He atom is represented as $He:$