11. Bonding & Molecular Structure

Calculate the formal charges for each of the oxygen atoms within the nitrite ion, NO₂^–.

Calculate the formal charge of the carbon atom within a carbon monoxide molecule.

a) –1

b) +2

c) 0

d) +

e) –2

Based on calculated formal charges, determine the overall charge (net charge) for the following compound.

a) –3

b) +4

c) +1

d) –1

e) +2

Which element within the thiocyanate ion possesses a negative charge?

a) C

b) S

c) N

d) All of them

e) None of them