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Standard XII
Chemistry
Shape and Geometry Using VSEPR
N 3- has a li...
Question
N
−
3
has a linear structure.
A
True
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B
False
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Solution
The correct option is
A
True
N
−
3
Azide ion
Total valence electrons
=
16
(Image)
In all the resonating structure, the central N-atom is sp hybridized
∴
N
−
3
has a linear structure.
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