Why Does Nitrogen Difluoride (N2F2) Show Geometric Isomerism?

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Nitrogen difluoride (N2F2) exhibits geometric isomerism due to its molecular structure, which allows for cis-trans configurations. In the cis configuration, both nitrogen atoms are positioned on the same level with their fluorine atoms oriented downwards. Conversely, the trans configuration features a more stable arrangement where the nitrogen atoms are on opposite sides. This structural flexibility is key to understanding the isomerism in N2F2.
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Why Nitrigen Difluorife(N2F2) Shows Geometric Isomerism?? Can Anybody Help Me Please? Thanks!
 
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Hello, I have found this picture: http://www.webelements.com/webelements/compounds/media/N/F4N2-10036472.jpg
As you see from the structure, a cis-trans isomerism may be present; two nitrogens may be on the same level with their fluorines downwards (this is cis), or more stable one, trans configuration (as shown in the picture).
 
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