Why does R 3 P=O exist but R 3 N=O does not (R = alkyl group)?
N (unlike P) lacks the d-orbital. This restricts nitrogen to expand its coordination number beyond four. Hence, R3N=O does not exist.
Why does R 3 P=O exist but R 3 N=O does not (R = alkyl group)?
N (unlike P) lacks the d-orbital. This restricts nitrogen to expand its coordination number beyond four. Hence, R3N=O does not exist.