In Ammonium Ion, Nitrogen Has a Valence of 4, and Zero

question 101

Multiple Choice

In ammonium ion, nitrogen has a valence of 4, and zero nonbonding electrons. What is the correct formal charge of nitrogen with 4 covalent bonds?

• A) 2-
• B) 2+
• C) 1-
• D) 1+
• E) 0

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