Question

How many pairs of electrons are shared between the nitrogen atoms in a molecule of N2?

Answer 1

3

Step-by-step explanation:

Nitrogen has 5 valence electrons. 8 electrons make the atom stable. The atoms will share 3 pairs of electrons so they each have the stable octet.:N:::N:

Answer 2

There are 3 pairs of electrons that are shared between nitrogen atoms in a nitrogen molecule. Nitrogen atom has a valence electron of 5. To complete it and agree with the octet rule, it should be that three electrons should share with another atom.