Question
Nitrogen exists as diatomic molecule and Phosphrus as $P^4$. Why?

Answer

Nitrogen has a triple bond between its two atoms because of its small size and high electro negativity. Phosphorus $P^4$ has single bond, that is why it is tetra-atomic.

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