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`PF_(5)` is known but `NF_(5)` is not known. Discuss. |
Answer» Nitrogen does not have any 2d orbitals in its valence shell. Therefore, it cannot extend its covalency upto five. But in case of phosphorus, vacant 3d orbitals are present. An electron can be promoted from 3s to 3d orbital. As a result, phosphorus can extend its covalency upto five and a molecule of `PF_(5)` can exist. | |