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g Nitrogen in the atmosphere consists of two nitrogen atoms covalently bonded together (N2). Knowing that nitrogen is atomic number 7, what type of covalent bond holds those two atoms together?

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non polar bond

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Step-by-step explanation:

Since, the atomic number of nitrogen is 7 and its electronic distribution is 2, 5. So, in order to attain stability it needs to gain 3 electrons.

Hence, when it chemically combines another nitrogen atom then as both the atoms are non-metals. So, sharing of electrons will take place.

Also, there is no difference in electronegativity of two nitrogen atoms. Hence, compound formed
N_(2) is non-polar covalent in nature.

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