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10 July, 08:35

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

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  1. 10 July, 09:18
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    The Radius increases as 3 more electrons have been added to the valence orbital which all repel each other.
  2. 10 July, 11:06
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    The radius increases when an atom of phosphorus becomes a phosphide ion.
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