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QuizMultiple Choice

Nomenclature of Covalent Compounds

Question 8 • Chemistry - SC3210 A-CR

Which is the correct formula for phosphorus pentachloride?

Answer
A
PCl4 because a subscript of 4 indicates four Cl atoms
B
PCl5 because a subscript of 5 indicates five Cl atoms
C
P5Cl because a subscript of 5 indicates five P atoms
D
P5Cl3 because a subscript of 5 indicates five P atoms
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