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10 December, 17:23

What is the formula of the ion formed when phosphorus achieves a noble-gas electron configuration?

a. p3

b. p2

c. p2-

d. p3-

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  1. 10 December, 17:36
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    Phosphorus is in group V and would need 3 more electrons to become stable and therefore will form the ion - 3 when it has a noble gas configuration.
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