Question

How many electrons and protons are there in nitride ion in lithium nitride

Answer 1

nitride Ion has 7 protons, it neutrons, and 10 electrons

Answer 2

Nitride ion = N⁻³ ion

No of protons = atomic no. of nitrogen = 7 protons

No of electrons = atomic no + the magnitude of the negative charge of the ion = 7 +3 = 10 electrons