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10 May, 20:47

When an atom of phosphorus becomes a phosphide ion (P3-), the radius decreases, increases or stays the same?

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  1. 10 May, 21:32
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    The radius increases when an atom of phosphorus becomes a phosphide ion.
  2. 10 May, 22:49
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    The Radius increases as 3 more electrons have been added to the valence orbital which all repel each other.
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