WAEC - Chemistry (2024 - No. 40)
How many covalent bonds are formed by Nitrogen?
1
2
3
4
설명
Nitrogen typically forms three covalent bonds. However, it can form four or five bonds in some cases.
Explanation
- Nitrogen has five valence electrons.
- To fill its outer shell, it needs three more electrons.
- Each covalent bond adds one electron to its outer shell.
- Therefore, nitrogen forms three covalent bonds.