* Nitrogen (N) has a maximum oxidation state of +5. It can't form a compound with 10 nitrogen atoms, each with a positive charge.

* Oxygen (O) has a maximum oxidation state of -2. It can't form a compound with four oxygen atoms, each with a negative charge.

To form a stable covalent compound, the charges on the atoms must balance out.

There are several possible nitrogen oxides, but N10O4 is not one of them. Some common nitrogen oxides include:

* Nitrous oxide (N2O)

* Nitrogen monoxide (NO)

* Nitrogen dioxide (NO2)

* Dinitrogen tetroxide (N2O4)

If you meant to ask about a different compound, please provide the correct formula.