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What happens when nitrogen fills its valence shell?



Three electrons are lost, creating N+3.



Three electrons are gained, creating N−3.



Three electrons are lost, creating N−3.



Three electrons are gained, creating N+3.

Answer 1

Answer: "Three Electrons Are Gained"(N⁻³)

Nitrogen has an Incomplete Octet With an Electronic Configuration of

1S²2S²2P³

The P orbital takes a Maximum of 6 electrons.

When this shell is filled... The electronic Configuration of Neon is obtained.

1S²2S²2P⁶

This is also know as the Nitride Ion (N⁻³).

Answer 2

Answer:

D

Explanation:

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