Chapter 8.1, Problem 5LC

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation: A diatomic molecule found in Earth’s atmosphere needs to be given.

Concept Introduction: Diatomic molecule means a molecule that contains two atoms. These atoms can be of the same or different elements.

Explanation of Solution

There are different elements and molecules found in Earth’s atmosphere. An example of a diatomic molecule found in Earth’s atmosphere is nitrogen. The percent abundance of nitrogen in Earth’s atmosphere is 78%. Here, nitrogen is present in a diatomic form which is nitrogen gas ${\text{N}}_{\text{2}}$ .