Question

An element $'P'$ has atomic number $56$. What will be the formula of its halide?

• A. $PX$
• B. $PX_2$
• C. $PX_3$
• D. $P_2X_3$

Answer 1

Answer: (B)

$PX_2$

Answer 2

$Z = 56$; $[Xe] \,6s^2$ Formula of halide is $PX_2$.