SSC CGL 2022 PYQ — Question 37

SSC CGL - 19 April 2022 - Shift 2 • General Awareness • Q37

What is the atomic number of nitrogen?

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. 7

Other Information-

  • 7 is the atomic number of nitrogen.
  • Nitrogen is a chemical element with the symbol N.
  • It is a gas at normal temperature and pressure and about 78% of the Earth's atmosphere is nitrogen.
  • It was discovered in 1773 by the Scottish scientist Daniel Rutherford.
  • Its two stable isotopes, mass numbers 14, 15 are known and three temporary isotopes have also been made.