1)

 Which among the group 15 elements does not exist as tetra atomic molecule?


A) Nitrogen

B) Phosphorous

C) Arsenic

D) Antimony

Answer:

Option A

Explanation:

Nitrogen due to smaller size, high ionisation energy high electronegativity and the absence of d-oribtal does not exist as a tetra atomic molecule. Nitrogen cannot form d$\pi$-p$\pi$  bond due to absence of d-orbital, so it cannot expand its covalency beyond four as the heavier members of this group can.