How Many Resonance Structures Does KC2H3O2 Have?

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The discussion centers on the resonance structures of the molecule potassium acetate (KC2H3O2). The user initially identified four resonance structures but later realized that the molecule dissociates, which may lead to additional resonance forms. The inquiry highlights the importance of understanding molecular dissociation in resonance structure determination. Participants are encouraged to share their resonance structures in PDF format for clarity and further analysis.

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1. I need to be able to draw K C2H3O2 and any resonance structures. SO far I have drawn four and I can think of at least four more to draw... does anyone know if there are more than four and if so, could you please submit a pdf of the resonance structures?
 
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I figured out what my problem was... I didn't realize that the molecule dissociates. Blonde moment, I got it all figured out when I realized that. Thanks, though!
 

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