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  • Understanding Nitrogen Halides: Covalent & Acidic Compounds
    Nitrogen does not form a compound with the composition NI5. However, it does form covalent and acidic compounds with other halogens.

    1. Nitrogen trichloride (NCl3) is a covalent compound that is formed by the reaction of nitrogen gas with chlorine gas at high temperatures. It is a yellowish-green gas that is highly toxic and corrosive.

    2. Nitric acid (HNO3) is an acidic compound that is formed by the reaction of nitrogen dioxide with water. It is a colorless liquid that is highly corrosive and oxidizing.

    3. Nitrogen dioxide (NO2) is a covalent compound that is formed by the reaction of nitrogen monoxide with oxygen. It is a reddish-brown gas that is highly toxic and corrosive.

    4. Nitrogen monoxide (NO) is a covalent compound that is formed by the reaction of nitrogen and oxygen gases at high temperatures. It is a colorless gas that is highly toxic and corrosive.

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