Draw the Lewis structure of CH₃NO_2.Based on its structure, the nitromethane molecule should have ________ resonance hybrids and ________ atoms with formal charges on them. Hint: Consider possible double and triple bonds in the structure and be sure to minimize formal charge.

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Nitromethane (CH3NO2) has two resonance structures due to the possible placement of the double bond between the nitrogen and one of the oxygens. In these structures, two atoms (the nitrogen and one of the oxygens) have formal charges.

Draw the Lewis Structure of CH3NO2

Draw the Lewis Structure of CH₃NO₂