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[VISUAL] Ionization Energy | (kJ/mol) First | 730 Second | 1450 Third | 7700 Fourth | 10,500 The ion โ€” Atomic Structure Chemistry Question

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Ionization Energy | (kJ/mol)
First | 730
Second | 1450
Third | 7700
Fourth | 10,500

The ionization energies of an unknown element, X, are listed in the table above. Which of the following is the most likely empirical formula of a compound formed from element X and phosphorus, P ?

A.

XP

B.

X3P

C.

X3P2

โœ“ Correct
D.

X3P4

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