Question

Which diatomic molecule is formed when the

two atoms share six electrons?
(1) H2
(2) N2
(3) O2
(4) F2

Answer 1

I believe the correct answer from the choices listed above is option 2. The diatomic molecule that is formed when the
two atoms share six electrons would be N2. It has five valence electrons, so it needs three more valence electrons to complete its octet.

Answer 2

Answer: (2)
`N_2`

Explanation:

1)
`H_2` is a diatomic molecule which is formed by sharing of two electrons between two hydrogen atoms.

2)
`N_2` is a diatomic molecule which is formed by sharing of six electrons between two nitrogen atoms.

3)
`O_2` is a diatomic molecule which is formed by sharing of four electrons between two oxygen atoms.

4)
`F_2` is a diatomic molecule which is formed by sharing of two electrons between two fluorine atoms.