Based on the "best"Lewis structure after applying formal charge considerations, how many non-bonding valence electrons are around the nitrogen atom in the nitrate ion?

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In the nitrate ion (NO3^-), the nitrogen atom forms three double bonds with oxygen atoms, using all its valence electrons for bonding. Therefore, there are no non-bonding electrons on the nitrogen atom.

Based on the "Best"Lewis Structure After Applying Formal Charge Considerations