Question
A reaction occurs that results in a molecule with two atoms of the same element. The atoms share six
electrons. Which molecule could be the product of the reaction?
(1 point)
O2
N2
F2
Si2
electrons. Which molecule could be the product of the reaction?
(1 point)
O2
N2
F2
Si2
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The scenario describes a molecule where two atoms of the same element share six electrons. Sharing six electrons indicates a triple bond, which is characteristic of nitrogen.
Among the options given:
- **O₂** (oxygen) has a double bond, sharing four electrons.
- **N₂** (nitrogen) has a triple bond, sharing six electrons.
- **F₂** (fluorine) has a single bond, sharing two electrons.
- **Si₂** (silicon) typically forms single bonds with four electrons, not applicable for a triple bond.
Thus, the molecule that could be the product of the reaction is **N₂**.
Among the options given:
- **O₂** (oxygen) has a double bond, sharing four electrons.
- **N₂** (nitrogen) has a triple bond, sharing six electrons.
- **F₂** (fluorine) has a single bond, sharing two electrons.
- **Si₂** (silicon) typically forms single bonds with four electrons, not applicable for a triple bond.
Thus, the molecule that could be the product of the reaction is **N₂**.
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