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Sulfur Dichloride · SCl₂

SCl₂ Lewis Structure

Sulfur forms two S–Cl bonds and keeps two lone pairs, producing an AX₂E₂ bent molecule.

Open SCl₂ in the generatorSee drawing steps
SCl₂
Cl—S—Cl
Reviewed stored connectivity; detailed electron placement is explained below
Total valence electrons20
Reviewed connectivityCl—S—Cl
GeometryBent, about 103°
Support levelReviewed guide

Sulfur Dichloride overview

The stored Lewis connectivity is Cl—S—Cl. Sulfur forms two S–Cl bonds and keeps two lone pairs, producing an AX₂E₂ bent molecule.

How to draw SCl₂

  1. Count 20 valence electrons. Include charge adjustments before drawing.
  2. Use the reviewed connectivity Cl—S—Cl. Do not infer a different isomer from the formula alone.
  3. Place the required single, double or multiple bonds. Keep a running electron total.
  4. Complete terminal valence shells and add lone pairs or formal charges. Sulfur forms two S–Cl bonds and keeps two lone pairs, producing an AX₂E₂ bent molecule.
  5. Verify the total electron count and geometry. The reviewed geometry is Bent, about 103°.

Why this example matters

Sulfur forms two S–Cl bonds and keeps two lone pairs, producing an AX₂E₂ bent molecule.

Scope and model limits

The exact angle is not determined by the Lewis diagram alone; the stored value is an experimental reference.

Common mistakes

  • Drawing a linear molecule
  • Forgetting sulfur's two lone pairs
  • Using S=Cl double bonds

Last reviewed: 2026-07-16. Educational reference only; verify graded work with course materials.