The number of lone pairs on the nitrogen atom in NH₃ is $x$.
Answer (integer)
1
Solution
N in NH₃ has 5 valence electrons. It forms 3 N-H bonds (uses 3 electrons) and has 1 lone pair remaining.
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Subject: Chemistry · Chapter: p-Block Elements · Topic: Group 15: Nitrogen Family
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