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Is it true that nitrogen is a more reactive element than oxygen?
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∙ 11y ago
False, if we look at the general trend of reactivity of the non-metallic elements on the Periodic Table we see that reactivity is indirectly proportionate to an elements size. A Oxygen is a smaller atom than Nitrogen therefore more reactive.
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Is nitrogen more reactive than oxygen?
No, oxygen is the more reactive element!
Which element is most reactive nitrogen oxygen fluorine neon and why?
Fluorine. In fact, fluorine is the most reactive element period. That's because atoms always want to have a full outer shell of electrons. The closer to full, the more reactive (unless it's completely full). Fluorine only needs one more electron to have a full outer shell, whereas oxygen needs two, nitrogen needs three, and neon is already full.
Is sulfur more reactive than nitrogen?
Sulfur itself is a non-reactive element... although sulfuric acid is highly reactive.
Which is more reactive fluorine or nitrogen?
Fluorine is the most reactive element period. So, it is therefore more reactive than carbon. However, as carbon forms the basis of organic molecules, people come across its compounds more often.
Why is nitrogen far less reactive the oxygen?
Nitrogen needs to gain 3 electrons, whereas oxygen only needs to gain two which is more energetically favorable.
Is nitrogen more reactive than oxygen?
No, oxygen is the more reactive element!
Is argon or magnesium more reactive with oxygen?
Argon is a Non-Reactive Element. Magnesium is a very Reactive Element. Magnesium will react violently when ignited in an Oxygen rich environment.
Why fluorine is more reactive than oxygen?
No, fluorine is the most reactive element that exists.
Which element is most reactive nitrogen oxygen fluorine neon and why?
Fluorine. In fact, fluorine is the most reactive element period. That's because atoms always want to have a full outer shell of electrons. The closer to full, the more reactive (unless it's completely full). Fluorine only needs one more electron to have a full outer shell, whereas oxygen needs two, nitrogen needs three, and neon is already full.
Is sulfur more reactive than nitrogen?
Sulfur itself is a non-reactive element... although sulfuric acid is highly reactive.
Which is more reactive fluorine or nitrogen?
Fluorine is the most reactive element period. So, it is therefore more reactive than carbon. However, as carbon forms the basis of organic molecules, people come across its compounds more often.
Why is nitrogen far less reactive the oxygen?
Nitrogen needs to gain 3 electrons, whereas oxygen only needs to gain two which is more energetically favorable.
What elements bond with fluorine?
the element that fluorine bonds with are nitrogen, oxygen, and many more
Why do most materials produce oxides rather than nitrides?
Oxygen is much more reactive than nitrogen, somewhat more common than nitrogen, and tends to form much more stable compounds than nitrogen.
If nitrogen is so abundant in our atmosphere compared to oxygen why aren't there nitrogen breathing lifeforms?
Because really, Nitrogen in its gas from is a very inert substance. Even Legume plants that "fix" nitrogen in the air expend a lot of energy doing so. So in a way it's more worth while using oxygen, which is more reactive than nitrogen.
Is nitrogen made from more than one element?
No. Nitrogen is an element in and of itself.
Which element is more reactive - lithium Li or beryllium be?
Lithium is more reactive.
