Which Phosphorus Chloride Compound Will Form in the Reaction of Phosphorus

question 34

Multiple Choice

Which phosphorus chloride compound will form in the reaction of phosphorus with excess chlorine gas?

• A)PCl₃
• B)PCl₂
• C)PCl₅
• D)PCl₄
• E)PCl

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