How many electrons are in the outer shell of each nitrogen atom in N₂ after bonding?

  1. 2
  2. 6
  3. 8
  4. 10
Answer

C) 8

N≡N: each N has 5 outer electrons and shares 3 more, giving 8 — a full outer shell.

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