A triple covalent bond is when two atoms share three pairs of electrons, making a very strong connection. This type of bond is found in molecules like nitrogen gas, which is all around us in the air we breathe.

Triple Covalent Bonds

triple covalent bond

two atoms

three pairs of electrons

strong connection

type of bond

Molecules are the smallest units of a chemical compound that retain the composition and chemical properties of that compound, formed when two or more atoms join together chemically. They play a crucial role in the structure and function of all matter, from the simplest gases to the most complex biological organisms.

molecules

Nitrogen gas (N2) is a colorless, odorless gas that makes up about 78% of Earth's atmosphere and is essential for life, serving as a fundamental building block in amino acids and nucleic acids. Despite its abundance, nitrogen gas is relatively inert and must be converted into reactive forms through processes like nitrogen fixation to be utilized by most living organisms.

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