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What is the total number of electrons that take part in forming bond in N2 molecule?

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2
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4
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6
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10
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Solution

The correct option is C 6
The total number of electrons that take part in forming bonds in nitrogen molecule are 6. There are 3 bonds (one sigma and two pi bonds) present in nitrogen molecule. A bond is formed by sharing of two electrons. Hence, for 3 bonds, we require 6 electrons.

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