The structure of the molecule is shown in the attached image.
Further Explanation:
Octet Rule
Each element tends to stabilize itself by bonding with other elements to form compounds. The formation of bonds leads to a decrease in energy that leads to an increase in stability. The bond formation between elements takes place according to the octet rule. This rule states that every element has a tendency to form bonds with other elements so as to attain eight electrons in the valence shell. Almost all elements form bonds in accordance with this rule, except hydrogen. It follows the duplet rule as it can only have a maximum of two electrons in it.
The atomic number of carbon is 6 s its electronic configuration is [tex]1{s^2}2{s^2}2{p^2}[/tex]. It can form four covalent bonds by sharing four electrons. The atomic number of oxygen is 8 and its electronic configuration is [tex]1{s^2}2{s^2}2{p^4}[/tex]. It needs two more electrons to achieve a stable noble gas configuration of neon.
It is given that each vertex of the diagram represents a carbon atom. There are six carbon atoms in the ring and three carbon atoms are present in the side chain. Out of these three, two carbon atoms participate in the triple bond. The octet of carbon and oxygen is complete in the structure and the duplet of hydrogen is also complete. (For structure, refer to the attached image).
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Answer Details:
Grade: Senior School
Chapter: Molecular structure
Subject: Chemistry
Keywords: carbon, oxygen, triple bond, octet rule, 6, 8, structure.
