Bonding in N2 and N2H4

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The nitrogen atoms in N2 participate in multiple bonding, whereas those in hydrazine, N2H4, do not. How can you explain this observation in light of the hybridization at the nitrogen atoms in the two molecules?

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The nitrogen atoms in N2 participate in multiple bonding, whereas those in hydrazine, N2H4, do not. How can you explain this observation in light of the hybridization at the ...

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This solution explains the bonding tendencies of the atoms in N2 and N2H4.

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