The Lewis Structure of PF₃ Shows That the Central Phosphorus

question 32

Multiple Choice

The Lewis structure of PF₃ shows that the central phosphorus atom has ________ nonbonding and ________ bonding electron pair(s) .

• A)2, 2
• B)1, 3
• C)3, 1
• D)1, 2
• E)3, 3

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