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The lowest possible oxidation state of nitrogen is 3 as in N3.

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The correct option is B True
The lowest possible oxidation state of nitrogen is 3 as in N3.
Nitrogen can form compounds in which oxidation state ranges from 3 to +5.
Ammonia, NH3 and magnesium nitride, Mg3N2 have N in 3 oxidation state.
N has 5 valence electrons. It accepts 3 electrons to complete its octet.

Thus, it shows 3 oxidation state.

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