Chapter 19, Problem 51QRT

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

Plausible Lewis structure for ${\text{N}}_{\text{3}}{}^{\text{-}}$ ion has to be written.

Concept Introduction:

Lewis structure is the representation of structure of a molecule or compound where the bonds are represented as dots.  All the valence electrons are shown as dots.  In Lewis structure if a line is present means it implies a covalent bond.