The nitrite ion, NO2–, may be represented by two major resonance forms. The lengths of the nitrogen- — Bonding Chemistry Question
Question
The nitrite ion, NO2–, may be represented by two major resonance forms. The lengths of the nitrogen-to-oxygen bonds in this ion are expected to be
A.
the same as the length of nitrogen-to-oxygen double bonds.
B.
the same as the length of nitrogen-to-oxygen triple bonds.
C.✓ Correct
between the lengths of a nitrogen-to-oxygen single bond and a nitrogen-to-oxygen double bond.
D.
between the lengths of a nitrogen-to-oxygen double bond and a nitrogen-to-oxygen triple bond.
💬
Still have doubts about this question?
Practice more questions like this, completely free.