Question

Which of the following is the correct representation of the electron dot structure of nitrogen?

• A.
• B.
• C.
• D.

Answer 1

The correct option is D

Explanation of correct option:

(D) -

• The nitrogen atom has $5$valence electrons.
• To complete the valence shell electrons to get a stable form.
• Two nitrogen atoms make triple bonds.

Explanation of incorrect options:

(A)

• In this structure, two nitrogen atoms have a single bond.
• So they do not get their fully filled valence electronic configuration.

(B)

• In this structure, two nitrogen atoms have a double bond.
• So they do not get their fully filled valence electronic configuration.

(C)

• In this structure also, nitrogen atoms did not get their fully filled valence electronic configuration.

Hence, option (D) is correct., is the correct representation of the electron dot structure of nitrogen.