Elemental nitrogen exists as N2, whereas in the gas phase the elements phosphorus, arsenic, and antimony consist

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Elemental nitrogen exists as N2, whereas in the gas phase the elements phosphorus, arsenic, and antimony consist of P4, As4, and Sb4 molecules, respectively. Give a possible reason for this difference between N2 and the other Group 5A elements.
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Chemical Principles

ISBN: 978-1111580650

7th edition

Authors: Steven S. Zumdahl, Donald J. DeCoste

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