Question

Equivalent weight of nitrogen varies in its oxides, because it

Answer 1

Oxygen is highly electronegative, which means electronic repulsions are really low in Oxygen. Thus, the electrons in an oxide will tend to remain more towards the Oxygen. Thus, the equivalent weight of Nitrogen is reduced.

Answer 2

Answer:

Ammonia, NH₃, has a g-mol weight of 14.007 + 3x1.008 = 17.031. The nitrogen component is 14.007/17.031 = 82.244% of this weight.