N_2O is isoelectronic with CO_2 and N_3^-. Which of the following is the structure of N_2O?

JEE Main Chemistry question

is isoelectronic with and . Which of the following is the structure of ?

(A)A bent structure with the two N atoms as terminal atoms and O at the central, angled vertex
(B)The linear, cumulated-double-bond structure Correct
(C)A bent structure with O as a terminal atom bonded to two separate N centres at an angle
(D)A branched structure with O bonded to two different N atoms, not in a single chain

Answer: (B)

Being isoelectronic with the linear and the linear azide ion , nitrous oxide adopts a linear structure with the connectivity N–N–O (terminal N,

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