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

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The Lewis structure for elemental nitrogen shows a triple bond between the two nitrogen atoms, which is the most stable and common form of nitrogen. There are no unpaired electrons in the bonded atoms, and there are no double or single bonds between the nitrogens.

In the Lewis Structure for Elemental Nitrogen, There Is(are)