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How many valence electrons does Phosphorous have?


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Valence electrons of Phosphorous

  • Phosphorous is one of the very reactive elements
  • Valence electrons are defined as the electrons present in the outermost electron shell of any element.
  • They help in the formation of chemical bonds with other elements.
  • Electronic configuration of Phosphorous is1s22s22p63s23p3.
  • There are 5 unpaired electrons in the outermost shell of phosphorous.

Therefore, the number of valence electrons in phosphorous is 5


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