Phosphorus (P) and chlorine (Cl) would likely bond covalently to form phosphorus trichloride (PCl₃) or phosphorous pentachloride (PCl₅), depending on the conditions and the ratio of phosphorus to chlorine. Phosphorus has five valence electrons and typically seeks to form three or five bonds, while chlorine has seven valence electrons and tends to gain one electron to achieve a stable octet. The shared electrons between phosphorus and chlorine atoms allow both elements to attain more stable electron configurations, resulting in a covalent bond. The nature of these bonds is driven by the need for both elements to achieve stability through electron sharing.
Use the periodic table to complete the activity.
An illustration shows the periodic table of elements. The elements in the periodic table are arranged in groups (columns numbered 1 through 18) and periods (rows numbered 1 through 7) such that the atomic number increases along a period from left to right. The elements are divided into the following categories: · Alkali metals · Alkaline earth metals · Transition metals · Post-transition metals · Lanthanides · Actinides · Metalloids · Nonmetals · Noble gases · Unknown The elements are also classified on the basis of their physical states as follows: · Solid · Liquid · Gas · Unknown The element sulfur is enlarged with the following properties. · Chemical symbol: S · Name: Sulfur · Atomic Number: 16 · Atomic mass: 32.06 · Common oxidation states: 6, 4, 2, negative 2 · Electronegativity: 2.58 · Ionization energies: 999.589 · Electron configuration: [Ne] 3s2 3p4
In 3–5 sentences, predict how phosphorus and chlorine would bond. Explain why they would bond that way.
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