Frequently Asked Question

Questions asked by users might not always be phrased in the clearest way.

Valency PH4

Accepted Answer

PH4 is a hypothetical molecule. Phosphorus (P) typically has a valency of 3 or 5. In PH3 (phosphine), phosphorus has a valency of 3, and in PCl5 (phosphorus pentachloride), it has a valency of 5. However, PH4 would require phosphorus to have a valency of 4, which is not its typical behavior.


Articles you might like

Discover more articles
🚀 Welcome to TheAiWay! ChemistAI has evolved into TheAiWay.org, offering faster speeds, expanded AI-powered content across 32 subjects, and a brand-new, user-friendly design. Enjoy enhanced stability, increased query limits (30 to 100), and even unlimited features! Discover TheAiWay.org today! ×