What Is the Correct Molecular Formula for a Decomposing Nitrogen Hydride?

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Homework Statement



1)When 0.1mol of a hydride of nitrogen , Y, decomposes completely, it produces 0.3mol of gaseous elements. Y might be

A)NH3
B)N2H4
C)N2H6
D)N3H6

2) Under the same conditions, 10cm3 of an oxide of nitrogen produces 10cm3 of nitrogen when reduced. The formula of the oxide could be

1. N2O5
2. N2O
3. NO

A)Only 1 is correct
B)Only 1 and 2 are correct
C) only 2 and 3 are correct
D) 1,2 and 3 are correct

Homework Equations



The answer for both 1 and 2 is B.

The Attempt at a Solution



Can anyone help me with question 1 and 2? If possible please explain or show me the working on how to obtain the final answer. Cause i really blur... Thanks...
 
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Borek said:
Start writing possible reaction equations.

What do you mean by possible equations? Can you solve 1 question for me so i can have 1 example to refer? ><
 
Reaction equations of decomposition reactions. For example:

2NH3 -> N2 + 3H2