Question

Which one of the following oxides of nitrogen has linear structure?

• A. \(\mathrm{N_2O_5}\)
• B. \(\mathrm{N_2O_4}\)
• C. \(\mathrm{N_2O}\)
• D. \(\mathrm{N_2O_3}\)

Hint:

Important geometries: \[ \boxed{ \mathrm{N_2O} } \] is linear, whereas \[ \boxed{ \mathrm{NO_2} } \] is bent.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Step 1: Recall the molecular structures of nitrogen oxides. Nitrous oxide, \[ \boxed{\mathrm{N_2O}}, \] has the linear structure \[ \boxed{\mathrm{N-N-O}.} \] The remaining oxides, \[ \mathrm{N_2O_3,\ N_2O_4,\ N_2O_5}, \] are not linear molecules.

Step 2: Choose the correct option. Therefore, \[ \boxed{\mathrm{N_2O}} \] is the oxide of nitrogen having a linear structure. Hence, the correct option is \(\boxed{(C)}\).