Chapter 3, Problem 3.38AP

Interpretation Introduction

(a)

Interpretation:

An acceptable Lewis structure for ${\text{N}}_{\text{5}}{}^{\text{+}}$ cation is to be drawn. The unshared electron pairs are to be included which accounts for the shape of the molecule and its overall plus charge.

Concept introduction:

The Lewis structures are also known as electron dot structures. In the Lewis structure, electrons are denoted by dots. These dots represent the number of electrons present in the outer most shell of an element. The electron pairs shared by the atoms are termed as bonding electrons. Other electrons which do not participate in bond formation but complete the octet around each atom are termed as nonbonding electrons or lone pairs.

Interpretation Introduction

(b)

Interpretation:

The resonating structures of ${\text{N}}_{\text{5}}{}^{\text{+}}$ is to be drawn.

Concept introduction:

Resonance is the phenomena of the delocalization of pi electrons to give extra stability to the molecule. Resonating structures is defined as the structures which have localized electrons. The curved-arrow notation is used to show the transfer of electrons from one atom to another.