Chapter 4.2 · Simulation 2

Lewis Structure Builder

How to use: Pick a molecule. Follow the 4 steps: count electrons, add bonds, add lone pairs, then press Check.

Pick a molecule

Molecule

Step 2: tap a gray bond line to add a bond (1, 2, then 3). Step 3: tap a dotted spot next to an atom to add or remove a lone pair.

Step 1. Count valence electrons

Steps 2 and 3. Bonds, then lone pairs

Electrons in bonds: 0   in lone pairs: 0
Used: 0 of –   Left: –
Pick a molecule and start with Step 1.

My table

MoleculeTotal e−Shared pairsLone pairs2 × (shared + lone)