Based on your answers to parts a, b, and c select the best lewis structure (electron-dot structure) for hoi.

Answer : The lewis dot structure includes the lone pair of electrons in any element and is helpful for defining the bond formation using the electrons.

In the molecule of HOI hydrogen is to the left of oxygen; oxygen is in middle and Iodine is at right of oxygen.

The picture is attached for better understanding.

answer:

the answer is 6 valence electrons.

explanation:

valence is the # of electrons on the outer most shell of an atom.

oxygen has 6.

although, the valency of oxygen is 2, because it only needs to make 2 covalent bonds, or gain 2 electrons, to achieve the stable octet configuration of a noble gas.

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