Are these the correct lewis structures

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The discussion centers on the correctness of Lewis structures for various molecules, with a specific focus on the ion Al3+. Participants confirm that the Lewis structure for Al3+ is represented as [Al]3+, indicating no valence electrons are present, similar to the noble gas neon. The conversation also includes a request for clarification regarding a referenced image of Lewis structures, suggesting a collaborative effort to verify molecular representations.

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are these the correct lewis structures for these molecules??

http://picasaweb.google.com/devanlevin/DropBox?authkey=sbH95pBl_D8#5275619652409681410

also, if i have an ion for example Al[tex]^{3+}[/tex] what is its lewis structure, this ion is like noble gas Ne as far as valent electrons, so is its lewis structure just [Al][tex]^{3+}[/tex] , no dots or lines?
 
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I think you're right on the Al3+.

The other question, did you mean this picture below?
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Well, I am not very sure but they look okie to me!
 

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