The best Lewis structure for sulfuric acid has zero formal charges, sulfur as the central atom, and no bonds between S and H. How many single and double bonds, respectively, are there in this Lewis structure?
A)2 single, 4 double
B)4 single, 2 double
C)4 single, no double
D)6 single, no double
E)5 single, 1 double

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In the best Lewis structure of sulfuric acid with zero formal charges, there are four single bonds between S and O and two double bonds between S and O, for a total of four single bonds and two double bonds. There are no bonds between S and H, as stated in the prompt. Therefore, the correct answer is (B): 4 single, 2 double.

The Best Lewis Structure for Sulfuric Acid Has Zero Formal