Home Chemistry S and P - Block Elements (S - Block Elements Not In Syllabus ) Physical and Chemical Properties of Group 15th Elements Maximum covalency of nitrogen is ……….
Chemistry S and P - Block Elements (S - Block Elements Not In Syllabus ) Physical and Chemical Properties of Group 15th Elements Single Correct MCQ
Published on: August 12, 2026

Maximum covalency of nitrogen is ……….

A
3
B
5
C
4
D
6

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C

Nitrogen is restricted to a maximum covalency of 4 since only four (one s and three P ) orbitals are available for bonding.

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