Question 20 Part A Which compound is likely to have an incomplete octet? PH3 H2S BF3 P2O5
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First, let's consider the number of valence electrons for each element in the compounds: P (Phosphorus) has 5 valence electrons H (Hydrogen) has 1 valence electron S (Sulfur) has 6 valence electrons B (Boron) has 3 valence electrons F (Fluorine) has 7 valence Show more…
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