Which Equation Correctly Represents the First Ionization of Phosphorus

question 108

Multiple Choice

Which equation correctly represents the first ionization of phosphorus?

• A) P^- (g) - P (g) + e^-
• B) P (g) + e^- -P^- (g)
• C) P (g) -P⁺ (g) + e^-
• D) P⁺ (g) + e^- - P (g)
• E) P (g) - P^- (g) + e^-

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