Draw the best Lewis structure for CH₃^-.What is the formal charge on the C? A)0 B)1 C)-1 D)2

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The Lewis structure of CH₃^- is as follows: C has four valence electrons and forms four single bonds with S and H atoms. There are no lone pairs on C. Therefore, the formal charge on C is calculated as: Formal charge = Valence electrons - (number of lone pair electrons + number of bonds) Formal charge on C = 4 - (0 + 4) = 0 Therefore, the correct option is A.

Draw the Best Lewis Structure for CH3-

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