Draw the resonance structure that has the lowest formal charge on each atom for NO₃^-. What is the formal charge on nitrogen? A) -1 B) +1 C) 0 D) +2 E) +3

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To minimize formal charge, we can move one lone pair from oxygen to form a double bond with the adjacent sulfur. This will result in a +1 formal charge on nitrogen and a -1 formal charge on sulfur. Option B is the correct answer.

Draw the Resonance Structure That Has the Lowest Formal Charge