How Many Valence Electrons Are in a Phosphorus Atom and a Phosphide

question 142

Multiple Choice

How many valence electrons are in a phosphorus atom and a phosphide ion?

• A)3 and 8,respectively
• B)5 and 8,respectively
• C)8 and 5,respectively
• D)15 and 18,respectively
• E)none of the above

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