Electron-dot structure

Definition

Electron-dot structure, also known as Lewis dot structure, is a diagrammatic method used in organic chemistry to represent the valence electrons of atoms within a molecule and indicate the bonding between them. These structures help visualize the lone pairs of electrons in molecules and the arrangement of bonds.

Related terms

Valence Electrons: The outermost electrons of an atom that are involved in forming chemical bonds.

Covalent Bond: A type of chemical bond formed when two atoms share one or more pairs of valence electrons.

Lone Pair: A pair of valence electrons that are not shared with another atom and are found in the outer shell of an atom in a molecule