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Chemistry Structure of Atom Atomic Models and Planck's Quantum Theory Single Correct MCQ

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Published on: August 11, 2026

The nitride ion in lithium nitride is composed of:

A

7 -protons +10 electrons

B

10 -protons +10 electrons

C

7 -protons +7 electrons

D

10 -protons +7 electrons

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The correct answer is:

Nitride ion can be represented as N 3- .

Number of protons
Number of electrons
Therefore, nitride ions contain 7-protons +10 electrons.

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