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Why is `N_(2)` less reactive at room temperature ?

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Due to the presence of a triple bond between the two nitrogen atoms, the bond disscoiation energy of `N_(2)(941.4kJmol^(-1))` is very high. Therefore, `N_(2)` is less reactive at room temperature.
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