when-constructing-an-orbital-diagram-for-nitrogen-how-many-electrons-should-be-p

Question

When constructing an orbital diagram for nitrogen, how many electrons should be placed in the 2p orbitals according to Hund's rule?

Accepted Answer

Three electrons, each in separate 2p orbitals with parallel spins.

Answer

Four electrons, two paired in each of two 2p orbitals.

Answer

Two electrons, paired in the first 2p orbital.

Answer

One electron, unpaired in the last 2p orbital.