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What do you understand by covalency? Find the covalency of the underlined element in the following compounds :
` underline(N)H_3`

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### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding Covalency**: - Covalency refers to the ability of an atom to share its electrons with other atoms in order to achieve a full outer shell of electrons, typically an octet (8 electrons) for main group elements. 2. **Identifying the Element**: - In the compound NH₃ (ammonia), the underlined element is nitrogen (N). ...
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