Nitrogen: Atomic Number 7 & Electron Configuration

In summary, the atom of nitrogen has an atomic number of 7 and an electron configuration of [He] 2s2 2p3. It has five valence electrons present in the 2s and 2p orbitals, represented by five dots around its symbol. However, the dot diagram shown does not accurately represent the grouping of electrons in the sub-orbitals of the valence shell. There are four sub-orbitals around nitrogen, and each should be filled with a single electron before pairing up.
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Nitrogen has an atomic number of 7. Thus, A nitrogen atom has 7 electrons. Nitrogen’s electron configuration is: [He] 2s2 2p3
The nitrogen element has five valence electrons present in 2s and 2p orbitals. So it would have five dots placed around the symbol for nitrogen.

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That’s not correct for an atom of nitrogen. Only show the 5 valence electrons. Look at how they are grouped.
 
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That’s not correct for an atom of nitrogen. Only show the 5 valence electrons. Look at how they are grouped.
Yes, that’s what I’ve stated. Can you help me explain how they grouped incorrectly?
 
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Dot diagrams represent the sub-orbitals in the valence shell. There are four sub-orbitals around nitrogen. How do you fill each of these sub-orbitals? How is it shown above?
 
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Dot diagrams represent the sub-orbitals in the valence shell. There are four sub-orbitals around nitrogen. How do you fill each of these sub-orbitals? How is it shown above?
It has 3 p electrons so put a single dot on each three of the remaining sides
 
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FAQ: Nitrogen: Atomic Number 7 & Electron Configuration

1. What is the atomic number of nitrogen?

The atomic number of nitrogen is 7, meaning that it has 7 protons in its nucleus.

2. How many electrons does nitrogen have?

Nitrogen has 7 electrons, which are arranged in shells or energy levels around the nucleus.

3. What is the electron configuration of nitrogen?

The electron configuration of nitrogen is 1s2 2s2 2p3, meaning that it has 2 electrons in the first energy level, 2 in the second energy level, and 3 in the third energy level.

4. Why is nitrogen considered a nonmetal?

Nitrogen is considered a nonmetal because it lacks the characteristics of a metal, such as being a good conductor of heat and electricity, and having a shiny appearance. It also has a tendency to gain electrons rather than lose them.

5. What are some common uses of nitrogen?

Nitrogen has many industrial and scientific uses, including being used in the production of ammonia for fertilizers, as a cooling agent in the food industry, and as an inert gas in packaging and storage to prevent oxidation. It is also used in the production of electronic components and as a propellant in aerosol cans.

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