Question

draw the lewis structure of n₂. click to draw a new structu

Explanation:

Step1: Determine valence electrons

Nitrogen has 5 valence electrons. For \(N_2\), total valence electrons \(= 2\times5=10\).

Step2: Form bonds

Nitrogen atoms form a triple bond (\(N\equiv N\)) to satisfy the octet rule. Each bond accounts for 2 electrons. The triple bond uses \(3\times2 = 6\) electrons.

Step3: Add lone pairs

Remaining electrons \(=10 - 6=4\). Each N atom gets 2 lone - pair electrons.

Answer:

  :N≡N: