The Valence Level and the Number of Valence Electrons, Respectively

question 14

Multiple Choice

The valence level and the number of valence electrons, respectively, for phosphorus are:

• A)2 and 3
• B)2 and 5
• C)3 and 3
• D)3 and 5
• E)3 and 6

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