Question

Pick out the wrong statement.

• A. Nitrogen has the ability to form pπ-pπ bonds with itself
• B. Bismuth forms metallic bonds in elemental state
• C. Catenation tendency is higher in nitrogen when compared with other elements of the same group
• D. Nitrogen has higher first ionisation enthalpy when compared with other elements of the same group

Hint:

Catenation is highest for carbon, not nitrogen.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Step 1: Nitrogen shows very low catenation due to weak N–N bond.
Step 2: Other statements are correct.