The curved arrows in the resonance structure for the acetate ion shown below indicate the following alternative resonance structure for the acetate ion.

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The curved arrows in the resonance structure for the acetate ion shown below  indicate the following alternative resonance structure for the acetate ion.

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The curved arrows indicate the movement of electrons in the resonance structure. The alternative resonance structure shown is a valid structure for the acetate ion where the negative charge is located on the oxygen atom, instead of the carbon atom. Therefore, the statement is true.

The Curved Arrows in the Resonance Structure for the Acetate