Question

Account for the following:

N₂ is less reactive at room temperature.

Give reasons for the following :

N₂ is less reactive at room temperature.

Why is N₂ less reactive at room temperature?

Answer 1

The bond dissociation energy of N₂ is very high because of the triple bond present between the two nitrogen atoms. Therefore, N₂ is less reactive at room temperature.

Answer 2

The two N atoms in N₂ are bonded to each other by very strong triple covalent bonds. The bond dissociation energy of this bond is very high. As a result, N₂ is less reactive at room temperature.