Question

Which of the following statement is correct in the context of the $N_{2}O$ molecule?

• A. The $N-N$ bond is longer than the $N-O$ bond
• B. The $N-N$ bond is as long as the $N-O$ bond
• C. The $N-N$ bond has no $\pi$ character
• D. The $N-N$ bond is shorter than the $N-O$ bond

Answer 1

The correct option is D The $N-N$ bond is shorter than the $N-O$ bond

The $N-N$ bond has a triple bond character, which shortens the bond length.