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Asked by Chopsticks

Solid phosphorus trichloride is produced by reacting solid phosphorus and chlorine gas.

2P + 3Cl2 -----> 2PCl3

is that right?

16 years ago

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Answered by Anonymous
yes
16 years ago
Answered by Chopsticks
Thanks. Can you explain to me when I have to add charges to my the thing? and when I can't?
16 years ago
Answered by DrBob222

Atoms are neutral and carry no charge. Ions have a charge.
And I don't know if your professor is using P4 for phosphorus or not. If so, your equation needs adjusting.
16 years ago

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