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"N3 is stable due to resonance."
Answer whether the above statement is true or false.
If true enter 1, else enter 0.

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The correct answer is 1.
The resonance structures show that the electrons are delocalized within the molecule and through this process, the molecule gains extra stability. (N3) Azides are energy-rich molecules . The extra electron that created the negative charge on either terminal nitrogen can be delocalized by resonance.

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