To determine the correct symbolic notation for the molecule in the bottom picture, we need to analyze the options provided based on the typical representation of compounds formed from sulfur (S) and oxygen (O).
Let's review the options:
A) S2O6: This indicates a molecule with 2 sulfur atoms and 6 oxygen atoms.
B) SO3: This represents sulfur trioxide, which contains 1 sulfur atom and 3 oxygen atoms.
C) 2 SO3: This notation indicates 2 molecules of sulfur trioxide, meaning a total of 2 sulfur atoms and 6 oxygen atoms (2 x SO3 = 2 S + 6 O).
D) 2 S and 6 O: This option indicates a total of 2 sulfur atoms and 6 oxygen atoms, without specifying the molecular form.
Based on the description, if the bottom picture represents a compound with 2 sulfur and 6 oxygen atoms, both options A and C correctly reflect that. However, typically, in a chemical notation context, option C (2 SO3) is more informative because it specifies the molecular form.
Out of the provided options, option C (2 SO3) is the most appropriate because it conveys that the mixture consists of molecules rather than just counting the atoms.
So, the best response is:
C) 2 SO3
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