Determine the number of resonance structures for the formate ion, HCO2−.

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Formate ion does not possess resonance structures, as there is only one Lewis structure to describe it.

Question

Determine the number of resonance structures for the formate ion, HCO2−.
	
2
	
3
	
4
	
Formate ion does not possess resonance structures, as there is only one Lewis structure to describe it.

anonymous · Answer

First draw Lewis structures then you can shift double bonds around if possible so for your compound there is two resonance structures

anonymous · Answer

I have to go you're welcome :D and medal please

abb0t · Answer

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