Practice Anomalous Behaviour Of Nitrogen (7.2.4.2) - Chapter 7: The p-Block Elements

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Question 1.
What is the general electronic configuration of nitrogen?
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Recall the configuration pattern for Group 15 elements.
Question 2.
Give one reason why nitrogen forms π-bonds unlike phosphorus.
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Think about the atomic properties.
3Question 3.
What is the primary reason for nitrogen's anomalous behavior compared to heavier group members?
- Its size
- Its position in the periodic table
- Its color
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Think about how size impacts properties.
4Question 4.
True or False: Nitrogen can form pentahalides.
- True
- False
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Consider the electron configuration.
Question 5.
Given nitrogen's unique properties, predict how it would behave in a chemical reaction with oxygen compared to phosphorous.
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Reflect on their respective positions in the periodic table.
Question 6.
Construct a detailed comparison of hydrides from Group 15 elements, focusing on ammonia and phosphine in terms of boiling points and basicity.
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Consider the types of intermolecular forces involved.

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