Line-bond structure

Definition

A line-bond structure, also known as a Lewis structure, is a graphical representation used in organic chemistry to depict the arrangement of atoms within a molecule and the bonds connecting them. It uses lines to represent chemical bonds and symbols for the elements to show how they are connected.

Related terms

Covalent bond: A type of chemical bond where two atoms share one or more pairs of electrons.

Molecular geometry: The three-dimensional arrangement of atoms within a molecule.

Valence electrons: Electrons in an atom's outer shell that are involved in forming chemical bonds