Question

Using the periodic table above, which of the following elements has 5 valence electrons according to its position in the periodic table?

(2 points)
Responses

Lithium (Li)
Lithium (Li)

Neon (Ne)
Neon (Ne)

Phosphorus (P)
Phosphorus (P)

Oxygen (O)

Answer 1

Phosphorus (P) has 5 valence electrons according to its position in the periodic table. It is located in group 15 (or group V), where elements typically have 5 valence electrons.

So the correct response is:
**Phosphorus (P)**