The azide ion forms many ionic and covalent compounds that are similar to those of the halides.

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The azide ion forms many ionic and covalent compounds that are similar to those of the halides. 

(a) Write the Lewis formula for the azide ion and predict the N—N—N bond angle.

(b) Compare the acidity of hydrazoic acid with those of the hydrohalic acids and explain any differences (for HN3, Ka = 1.7 * 10–5).

(c) Write the formulas of three ionic or covalent azides.

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Chemical Principles The Quest For Insight

ISBN: 9781464183959

7th Edition

Authors: Peter Atkins, Loretta Jones, Leroy Laverman

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