How many pairs of electrons are shared between the two Nitrogen atoms in $N_{2}$ molecule?

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Solution

The correct option is A 3
A nitrogen atom has five electrons in its outermost shell. In order to form a $N_{2}$ molecule the nitrogen atoms share three pairs of electrons with each other hence gaining stability.
A pair of electrons constitute one single bond so a triple bond is formed between the nitrogen atoms in a $N_{2}$ molecule.

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