The number of covalent bonds made by pho...

The number of covalent bonds made by phosphorus atom never exceeds

A

3

B

5

C

2

D

12

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The correct Answer is:

B

'P' atom never exceeds '5' covalent bonds.
'P' belongs to VA group

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