How many atoms of each element are in the chemical formula P2O5?

2 phosphorus and 5 oxygen
5 phosphorus and 2 oxygen
1 phosphorus and 5 oxygen
2 phosphorus and 1 oxygen

1 answer

The chemical formula Pā‚‚Oā‚… indicates that there are 2 atoms of phosphorus (P) and 5 atoms of oxygen (O). Therefore, the correct answer is:

2 phosphorus and 5 oxygen.