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The maximum covalency of nitrogen is...

The maximum covalency of nitrogen is

A

3

B

5

C

4

D

6

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C
Maximum covalency of nitrogen is 4 in which one electron is made available by s- orbital and 3 electrons are made available by p orbitals. Hence, total four electrons are available for bonding.
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