Can you help with Electron Dot Structures for these 6 compounds?

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The discussion focuses on creating Electron Dot Structures for six compounds: Lead Oxide, Potassium Sulphide, Sodium Nitride, Silver Oxide, Copper Chloride, and Calcium Chloride. Participants emphasize understanding oxidation states and the importance of the periodic table in determining the outer shell electrons. It is noted that these compounds are ionic, involving metals and nonmetals, which can help in visualizing their structures. The conversation suggests starting with known simple structures and applying that knowledge to more complex compounds. Overall, grasping the concept of octets and oxidation states is crucial for completing the homework assignment effectively.
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I got another problem with my Chemistry Homework.

I need to put the Electron Dot Structure for the following.

1) Lead Oxide
2) Potassium Sulphide
3) Sodium Nitride
4) Silver Oxide
5) Copper Chloride
6) Calcium Chloride

Hope somone can help
 
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You can start by showing some work.
 
The thing is I don't know where to start. I only know the simple ones. Like Oxygen and stuff but those ones I got no idea how
 
Do you just have to show the outer shell? If this is the case, all you need to do is look at the oxidation states. Remember that the transition metals and sulphur have a number of oxidation states, so start with what you know.
 
All those compounds are Salts of various metals, Ionic compunds. It would help you to look over the periodic table and groups that these elements are classed in.

The periodic table tells you a lot about the elements.
 
For neutral ionic compounds, one of the elements will have an octet the other will not, if I'm understanding this homework set correctly.
 
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