How many valence electrons are transferred from the nitrogen atom to potassium in the formation of the compound potassium nitride?

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Chemistry

Kennedy Spears

14 July, 00:59

How many valence electrons are transferred from the nitrogen atom to potassium in the formation of the compound potassium nitride?

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Mcclain · Answer 1

The answer is 3 valence electrons

Explanation:

In oxidation reaction potassium atom transfers one electron per atomn and six electrons per six atoms. In reduction reaction one molecule of N₂ gains six electrons and 3 electrons per one atom

Remy · Answer 2

Answer:your answer is 12

Explanation: there are 12 valence electrons are transferred from the nitrogen atom