 Custom Search Lewis Dot of Sulfur Dioxide SO2 S does not follow the octet rule. It can hold more than 8 electrons. Sulfur having valence electrons in the 3rd energy level, would also have access to the 3d sublevel, thus allowing for more than 8 electrons. NOT IN THIS MOLECULE. Sulfur dioxide emissions are a precursor to acid rain and atmospheric particulates.
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