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CHEMISTRY
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Question
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How many valence electrons are in Phosphorus?
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15
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4
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5
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31
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -In the compound PCl5 phosphorus has 10 valence electrons.
Detailed explanation-2: -Atoms in the nitrogen family have 5 valence electrons. They tend to share electrons when they bond. Other elements in this family are phosphorus, arsenic, antimony, and bismuth.
Detailed explanation-3: -Therefore, the valence electron in a Phosphorus atom is 5.
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