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Chemical Bonding — Test

Question 18 • Chemistry

Which formula represents the compound commonly known as phosphine with IUPAC name phosphorus trihydride?

Answer
A
PH
B
PH sub 2
C
PH sub 3
D
PH sub 4

Explanation

“Trihydride” means the molecule contains three hydrogen atoms bonded to phosphorus. Therefore, the formula is PH₃, which is choice C.

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