Q.

According to the Lewis dot structure shown, what are the formal charges of the O,C and N atoms, respectively in the cyanate ion?

:O:::C:N:

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a

0,0,0 

b

+1,0,2

c

1,0,0 

d

1,+1,1

answer is D.

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Detailed Solution

Formal charge=Valence electrons-non bonding electrons + no of bond

O+1C0N2

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