Drawing Cobalt Chloride Hexahydrate

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The discussion revolves around drawing the structure of cobalt chloride hexahydrate (CoCl2·6H2O). Participants express uncertainty about incorporating the six water molecules into the structure and the level of detail required for the drawing. It is noted that cobalt chloride hexahydrate forms a crystal structure, with ions and water molecules arranged in three dimensions. A Lewis structure is suggested as a sufficient representation for the assignment. The ambiguity of the homework question is highlighted, indicating a need for clearer guidelines.
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Homework Statement



I need to draw a structure of CoCl2 6H20.


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[Cl]-[Co]2+[Cl]-

I'm not sure how to fit the hydrates in.

If you could, lead me to a site that explains this.
Thanks. I apologize for not showing a good attempt
 
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Water surrounds metal cation. Honestly, question is vague and ambiguous. Cobalt chloride hexahydrate forms a crystal, and all ions/molecules are arranged in the 3d; no idea how detailed and how precise your drawing has to be.
 
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A lewis structure would be precise enough for my class.
 

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