Chemistry for Engineering Students
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Chapter 8, Problem 8.70PAE
Interpretation Introduction
Interpretation:
Silicon nitride formula can be predicted given their position on the periodic table.
Concept introduction:
- Silicon is member of the IV-A group, has 4 electrons in is valence shell
- Nitrogen is a member of the V-A group, it has 5 electron sin its valence shell
- Silicon and nitrogen are likely to form covalent bonds.
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