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bond is present between the two nitrogen atoms in a nitrogen molecule.

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Double
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Triple
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Solution

The correct option is B Triple
Nitrogen atom has five electrons in the valence shell. Thus, it requires three more electrons to attain the nearest noble gas configuration. Therefore, a nitrogen atom shares three electrons with another nitrogen atom. Hence, a triple bond is formed between two nitrogen atoms.

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