Question
P^2- is it atom or ion
How many number of protons and electrons
How many number of protons and electrons
Answers
GPT 3.5
The notation "P^2-" indicates that the species has a charge of -2. In this case, P represents the element phosphorus.
Phosphorus normally has an atomic number of 15, which means it has 15 protons in its nucleus. However, the -2 charge indicates that it has gained 2 extra electrons.
Therefore, the P^2- species is an ion, specifically an anion, as it has gained extra electrons. It has 15 protons and 17 electrons.
Phosphorus normally has an atomic number of 15, which means it has 15 protons in its nucleus. However, the -2 charge indicates that it has gained 2 extra electrons.
Therefore, the P^2- species is an ion, specifically an anion, as it has gained extra electrons. It has 15 protons and 17 electrons.