Draw the Lewis structure (including resonance structures) for the acetate ion (CH3COO−). For each resonance structure, use square brackets to denote the overall charge. Draw the Lewis dot structures for the acetate ion. Include all hydrogen atoms and nonbonding electrons.

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Answer:

Lewis structure is shown in the image below.

Explanation:

Acetate ion (CH₃COO⁻)

Valence electrons of carbon = 4

Valence electrons of oxygen = 6

Valence electrons of hydrogen = 1

Charge = 1 (Negative which means that the electrons are being added)

The total number of the valence electrons  = 2(4) + 2(6) + 3(1) + 1 = 24

The Lewis structure is drawn in such a way that the octet of each atom and duet for the hydrogen in the molecule is complete. So,  

The Lewis structure is shown in the image below.

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