Did I Illustrate Hydrogen Bonding in NH3 Correctly?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the illustration of hydrogen bonding in ammonia (NH3), specifically focusing on a diagram that depicts NH3 as both a donor and acceptor of hydrogen bonds. The context is primarily homework-related, with participants evaluating a proposed diagram.

Discussion Character

  • Homework-related, Conceptual clarification

Main Points Raised

  • One participant requests help with illustrating hydrogen bonding in NH3 and provides a diagram attempting to show the bonding structure.
  • Another participant notes that the diagram does not accurately represent the attachment of hydrogen atoms to nitrogen.
  • A third participant offers a positive but vague assessment of the diagram, stating it looks "great."
  • A fourth participant responds humorously to the previous comment.
  • Another participant acknowledges the diagram's disorganization but suggests it looks acceptable overall.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

There is no consensus on the accuracy of the diagram, with some participants pointing out issues while others provide mixed feedback. The discussion remains unresolved regarding the correctness of the illustration.

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hydrogen bonding with NH3 please.help.ASAP!

Homework Statement



NH3 is a donor & acceptor of hydrogen in hydrogen bond formation...Draw a diagram to show the H bonding of an ammonia molecule w/2 other NH3 molecule.

Homework Equations





The Attempt at a Solution




this is what i did
H H H
| | |
H-N***H-N***H-N
| | |
H H H

solid lines is covalent bond, stars are hydrogen bonds. did i do it correct?
 
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well the top and bottom H are attached to the Nitrogen...diagram didnt turn out like how i drew it...
 


Looks, uh... great!
 


lol XD
 


Ignoring the fact that it is completely scrambled looks OK to me.
 

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