Question:

The correct statement with respect to dinitrogen is :

Show Hint

Check each statement: N2 has all electrons paired, is very inert at room temperature, and liquid N2 is a common cryogen.
Updated On: Nov 5, 2026
  • \(\mathrm{N_2}\) is paramagnetic in nature
  • it can be used as an inert diluent for reactive chemicals
  • it can combine with dioxygen at 25\(^\circ\)C
  • liquid dinitrogen is not used in cryosurgery
Show Solution
collegedunia
Verified By Collegedunia

The Correct Option is B

Solution and Explanation

(1) \(\mathrm{N_2}\) (14 electrons, \(\sigma_{2s}^2\sigma_{2s}^{*2}\pi_{2p}^4\sigma_{2p}^2\)) has no unpaired electrons, so it is diamagnetic. Incorrect.
(2) Because of the very strong \(\mathrm{N\equiv N}\) bond (945 kJ/mol), dinitrogen is inert and is used as an inert diluent/atmosphere for reactive chemicals. Correct.
(3) \(\mathrm{N_2}\) combines with \(\mathrm{O_2}\) only at very high temperature (about 2000 K or in an electric arc), not at 25\(^\circ\)C. Incorrect.
(4) Liquid dinitrogen is widely used as a cryogen in cryosurgery, so the statement is incorrect.
Answer: (2) it can be used as an inert diluent for reactive chemicals
Was this answer helpful?
0
0