Looking at the periodic table, determine the number of valence electrons present in Phosphorous (P).

Question

a
3 valence electrons
b
4 valence electrons
c
5 valence electrons
d
2 valence electrons

Answer 1

Phosphorus (P) is located in group 15 of the periodic table. Elements in group 15 typically have 5 valence electrons.

Therefore, the correct answer is:

c) 5 valence electrons.