Resonance structures

[Johnathan Smith 1D]

Are resonance structures just all the different ways to draw the lewis models of the compounds?

[vpena_1I]

Yes, as long as they have the same overall charge as the molecule/ion.

[Isabella Dal Porto 1H]

Resonance is helpful in determining which lewis structure to use. By calculating each formal charge, you can find the most stable one.

[JasonKwon_3k]

Resonance structure help spread out the multiple bond properties throughout the whole structure, allowing us to find the most stable variation of the structure.

[Callum Guo 1H]

yes, basically. There can be a lot of possible ways to draw an molecule but the best drawing is the one with the lowest formal charge.

[Patricia Cardenas]

Does anyone have tips on how to start drawing the structures?