 Custom Search Lewis Dot of Acetaldehyde (ethanal) CH3CHO Since all the atoms are in either period 1 or 2, this molecule will adhere to the octet rule. The exception, of course, being the hydrogen's. They follow the duet rule (2 electrons). Ethanal is most likely a carcinogen in humans. Found in car exhaust and tobacco smoke.
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