The nitrogen atom has a total of seven electrons. To have a full outer energy level, it would have to

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Nitrogen is in group 15 of the periodic table, meaning it has five valence electrons in its outermost energy level. To achieve a full outer energy level, it would need a total of eight electrons, so it would need to add three electrons through either sharing or gaining them. Therefore, the best choice is option C.

The Nitrogen Atom Has a Total of Seven Electrons