In the Lewis structure for elemental nitrogen there is (are)
A)a single bond between the nitrogens
B)a double bond between the nitrogens
C)a triple bond between the nitrogens
D)three unpaired electrons
E)none of the above

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Nitrogen exists as a diatomic molecule with a triple bond between the two nitrogen atoms in its Lewis structure. This triple bond consists of one sigma bond and two pi bonds, resulting in a stable and strong covalent bond between the two nitrogen atoms.

In the Lewis Structure for Elemental Nitrogen There Is (Are)