The Electron Configuration of the Phosphide Ion (P^3-)is ________

question 111

Multiple Choice

The electron configuration of the phosphide ion (P^3-) is ________.

• A)[Ne]3s²
• B)[Ne]3s²3p¹
• C)[Ne]3s²3p³
• D)[Ne]3p²
• E)[Ne]3s²3p⁶

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