Answered: Nitrogen exists as a diatomic molecule…

Nitrogen exists as a diatomic molecule with a triple bond between the twoatoms, whereas the heavier elements of the group do not exist as E2at room temperature. Assign a reason.

Chemistry: Principles and Practice

3rd Edition

ISBN:9780534420123

Author:Daniel L. Reger, Scott R. Goode, David W. Ball, Edward Mercer

Publisher:Daniel L. Reger, Scott R. Goode, David W. Ball, Edward Mercer

Chapter20: Chemistry Of Hydrogen, Elements In Group 3a Through 6a, And The Noble Gases

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 20.24QE

See similar textbooks

Related questions

Q: Compounds such as NaBH4, Al(BH4)3, and LiAlH4 are complex hydrides used as reducing agents in many…

A: (a) The oxidation state of each element in NaBH4 Al(BH4)3 , LiAlH4 has to be given. NaBH4 Let x be…

Q: Complete and balance the following:(a) AsCl3(l) 1 H2O(l) → (b) Sb2O3(s) + NaOH(aq) →

A: Given reactions, (a) AsCl3(l) + H2O(l) →(b) Sb2O3(s) + NaOH(aq) →

Q: Oxygen also forms strong bonds with many other elements. True or false?

Q: As you move down Group 5A(15), the melting points of the elements increase and then decrease.…

A: Solution- An atom is mainly composed of three sub-particles; electrons, protons and neutrons. These…

Q: U.V. radiation from the sun causes a reaction in the atmosphere that leads to production of O A…

A: UV rays react with atmosphere oxygen to form the final product.

Q: Even though EN values vary relatively little down Group 4A(14), the elements change from nonmetal to…

Q: A major challenge in implementing the “hydrogen economy”is finding a safe, lightweight, and compact…

A: Since we only answer up to 3 sub-parts, we’ll answer the first 3. Please resubmit the question and…

Q: Of the elements Be, C, Cl, Sb, and Cs, which (a) has the lowestelectronegativity, (b) has the…

A: (a)

Q: “Inert” xenon actually forms several compounds, especially with the highly electronegative elements…

A: The balanced equation is, Using Hess's law the enthalpy of formation is calculated,

Q: Carbon is used in countless ways in a modern automobile, with the most visible use being carbon…

A: From bicycles to backpacks, carbon fibre is a popular material for high-end and long-lasting…

Q: “Inert” xenon actually forms several compounds, especially with the highly electronegative elements…

A: Given: Enthalpy of formation= -402 kJ/mol To find: Xe-F bond energy

Q: Even though EN values vary relatively little down Group4A(14), the elements change from nonmetal to…

A: The elements in a modern periodic table are arranged in increasing order of their atomic number. In…

Q: How many electrons does a halogen atom need to complete its octet? Give examples of the ways a Cl…

A: The number of electrons that are needed to halogen atom to complete its octet has to be given and it…

Q: In what ways are the electronic structures of the group 14 (4a) elements similar?

A: In this question, we will discuss about why the electronic structures the group 14 elements similar.…

Q: Why does the heavier elements do not form pπ – pπ multiple bond as carbon do?

A: Carbon has the different ability to form pπ – pπ multiple bond with itself and with other atoms of…

Q: Account for the following: (i) Nitrogen does not form pentahalides. (ii) The two oxygen-oxygen bond…

A: Classification of nature between atoms and existence depends on many of the physical and chemical…

Q: Diiodine pentaoxide (I₂O₅) was discovered by JosephGay-Lussac in 1813, but its structure was unknown…

A: a) The precursor, oxoacid is iodic acid and the reaction for formation of the oxide is given as…

Q: Draw a 'dot-and-cross' diagram to represent the bonding in potassium oxide.

Q: In what ways are the electronic structures of the group 14 (4A) elements similar? In what ways are…

A: Ans. Group 14 elements have same valence electrons i.e valency. Group 14 elements have different…

Q: What nonmetal in Period 3 forms 4 single bonds?

A: Silicon has valence Electronic configuration p2 It need 4 electrons to attain stable p6…

Q: At 400 °C, the ΔG°rxn for the oxidation of a monoatomic liquid element Z in the presence of O2(g)…

A: A multiple choice question based on chemical thermodynamics that is to be accomplished.

Q: 6) Give the proper name for cach molecule: a. P.Oo b. BO, e. PS,

A: 1. If the covalent compound is binary, then element which is at the farthest end of the periodic…

Q: Which Group 5A(15) elements form trihalides? Penta-halides? Explain.

A: Introduction: Elements of group 5A(15) are N, P, As, Sb and Bi. The electronic configuration of…

Q: Phosphine is a colorless toxic gas. It is a hydride of phosphorus. The chemical formula of this…

A: First of all we will discuss what has been given in question. In the question itself the physical…

Q: Does sodium sulphide and calcium permanganate and iron oxide and nitride oxide and carbon fluoride…

A: In the given chemicals, sodium, calcium and iron are the metal ions.Calcium is an alkali metal and…

Q: If a silicon is replaced by an aluminum in a silicon oxide structure, how is charge neutrality…

A: Charge neutrality: When any species does not contain any charge then it is considered as neutral.…

Q: What's the molecular shape of CO2? tetrahedral trigonal planar linear octahedral

Q: Carbon forms the CO32− ion, yet silicon does not form an analogous SiO32− ion. Why?

A: Why does silicon not form analogous SiO32- ion of CO32- ions formed by carbon has to be given below.…

Q: Ozone and oxygen are examples of: O Isotope O All of the above Isobar Allotrope

A: Isotope: same atomic number but different mass number Example: isotopes of Hydrogen are 11H, 21H,…

Q: A molecular property of the Group 6A(16) hydrides changes abruptly down the group. This change has…

A: (a)

Q: How many grams of gaseous ammonia will the reaction of 3.0 g hydrogen gas and 3.0 g of nitrogen gas…

A: The limiting reagent in a chemical reaction is a reactant that is totally consumed when the chemical…

Q: What geometric structure does IO2F2- have? (8O, 9F, 53I)

A: Structure and hybridization of IO2F2- is,

Q: .Give the name and symbol or formula of a Group 6A(16)element or compound that fits each description…

A: Since we only answer up to 3 sub-parts, we’ll answer the first 3 sub-parts. Please resubmit the…

Q: Cxygen and Tellurium are both chalcogens, however while oxygen form carbondioxide with carbon, a…

A: In the carbon dioxide and carbon ditelluride, the carbon and other elements form double bonds. The…

Q: Describe the molecular structure of each of the following molecules or ions listed. (a) PH3(b)…

A: The molecular structure is determined by the number of bond pairs and lone pairs around the central…

Q: For each of the following molecules, write a Lewis structure, predict the molecular structure…

A: So we’re going to determine Lewis structure, molecular structure ,bond angles, and hydra orbitals…

Q: Identify the following hydrides as ionic, metallic, or molecular:(a) B2H6, (b) RbH, (c) Th4H1.5.

A: As we move down the group - metallic character increases. Hence, Th has greater metallic character…

Q: (b) Is boron a metal or a non-metal? Give reasons for your answer. (c) Why is aluminium a useful…

A: Element can be classified as metal and non metal

Q: A nonmetal like oxygen forms both ionic and covalent bonds, depending on the identity of the element…

A: Solution- Calcium (Ca) is a metal and it partially loses two electrons and transfers to oxygen atom…

Q: Sulfuric acid is prepared by oxidizing sulfur to sulfur dioxide and then to sulfur trioxide.…

Q: Compounds such as NaBH₄, Al(BH₄)₃, and LiAlH₄ arecomplex hydrides used as reducing agents in many…

A: NaBH₄, Al(BH₄)₃, and LiAlH₄ (a) Give the oxidation state of each element in these compounds. (b)…

Q: Why is it not possible to displace fluorine from metallic fluorides by any other halogens? Explain…

A: It is not possible to displace of fluorine from metallic fluorides by any other halogens reason is…

Q: The bond lengths of the X- H bonds in NH3, PH3, andSbH3 are 1.02, 1.42, and 1.71 Å, respectively.…

Q: Ionic hydrides are primarily compounds of hydrogen and nonmetals, in which the bonds are evidently…

A: Ionic hydrides are primarily compounds of hydrogen and nonmetals, The above statement is not fully…

Q: Phosphine is a colorless toxic gas. It is a hydride of phosphorus. The chemical formula of this…

Q: Q2a Borazine is prepared by the reaction of ammonia with diborane? Explain the chemical reaction? b)…

A: Borazine molecular formula is B3N3H6 . It is also called as borazole or inorganic benzene because…

Q: athanide elements react with oxygen to give compounds of the type Ln203 (where Ln stands element).…

Concept explainers

Quantum Mechanical Treatment of the Valence Bond Theory

Quantum mechanical treatment of valence bond theory refers to the relationship established between the quantum mechanical theory and the valence bond theory to describe the chemical bonding in a particular molecule.

Question

Nitrogen exists as a diatomic molecule with a triple bond between the two
atoms, whereas the heavier elements of the group do not exist as E₂
at room temperature. Assign a reason.

Expert Solution

This question has been solved!

Explore an expertly crafted, step-by-step solution for a thorough understanding of key concepts.

SEE SOLUTION Check out a sample Q&A here

Step 1

VIEW

Step 2

VIEW

Step by step

Solved in 2 steps

SEE SOLUTION Check out a sample Q&A here

Knowledge Booster

Quantum Mechanical Treatment of Valence Bond Theory

Learn more about

Need a deep-dive on the concept behind this application? Look no further. Learn more about this topic, chemistry and related others by exploring similar questions and additional content below.

Similar questions

Compounds such as NaBH₄, Al(BH₄)₃, and LiAlH₄ arecomplex hydrides used as reducing agents in many syntheses.(a) Give the oxidation state of each element in these compounds.(b) Write a Lewis structure for the polyatomic anion in NaBH₄,and predict its shape.
Compounds such as NaBH4, Al(BH4)3, and LiAlH4 are complexhydrides used as reducing agents in many syntheses.(a) Give the oxidation state of each element in these compounds.(b) Write a Lewis structure for the polyatomic anion in NaBH4, and predict its shape.
Assuming acid strength relates directly to number of O atoms bonded to the central atom, rank H₂N₂O₂[or (HON)₂];HNO₃(or HONO₂); and HNO₂(or HONO) in order of decreasing acid strength
Compounds such as NaBH4, Al(BH4)3, and LiAlH4 are complex hydrides used as reducing agents in many syntheses. (a) Give the oxidation state of each element in these compounds. (b) Write a Lewis structure for the polyatomic anion in NaBH4, and predict its shape.
Boron is an anomaly in Group 13 in that it forms covalent compounds rather than ionic Suggest an explanation for this divergent behavior.
Fluorine lies between oxygen and neon in Period 2. Whereas atomic sizes and ionization energies of these three elements change smoothly, their electronegativities display a dramatic change. What is this change, and how do their electron configurations explain it?
The pentafluorides of the larger members of Group 5A(15)have been prepared, but N can have only eight electrons. A claim has been made that, at low temperatures, a compound with the empirical formula NF₅ forms. Draw a possible Lewis structure for this compound.
What nonmetal in Period 3 forms 4 single bonds?
Draw a Born–Haber cycle for the formation of LiF(s) from its elements.
Ionic hydrides are primarily compounds of hydrogen and nonmetals, in which the bonds are evidently electron pairs shared by atoms of comparable electronegativities.
Use the VSEPR model to predict the structure of the cyclicion P₃O₉³⁻
Even though EN values vary relatively little down Group 4A(14), the elements change from nonmetal to metal. Explain.