Chemical Bonding And Molecular Structure Question 137
The statement true for azide ion ( $ N_3^- $ ) is
Options:
A) It has a non-linear structure
B) It is called pseudo halogens
C) The formal oxidation state of N in this anion is -1
D) It is isoelectronic with $ NO_2^- $
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Answer:
Correct Answer: C
Solution:
Azide ion is linear. It is called a pseudo halide ion. The formal charge of N in $ {N^{\odot }}_3 $ is +1 because in any of the resonating structures, the net charge on the ion is -1.
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