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Homework Statement
How can I draw a Lewis dot structure for octathiocane (S8) which is non-cyclic, net neutral, and which does not violate the octet rule?
Homework Equations
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The Attempt at a Solution
First, I tried drawing a straight chain molecule, but the two terminal sulfurs each have a negative charge, giving a net negative charge overall.
I then tried pushing an electron pair from one of the terminal sulfurs inwards, which solves the charge issue but makes the penultimate sulfur on one side violate the octet rule...
I'm stumped. Any advice?