Question

Consider the following molecules: $N_2,{Cl}_2,{NH}_3,O_2$

Choose the molecules which contain a lone pair of electrons and three single bond.

• A. $O_2$
• B. ${Cl}_2$
• C. $N_2$
• D. ${NH}_3$

Answer 1

The correct option is D ${NH}_3$

$N{H}_3$ has three single bond (sigma) bond and has a lone pair of electrons;

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Ammonia molecule $s{p}^3$ hybridisation pyramidal molecule.