Question

How many bonding electrons in phosphate ion, PO4-3?

Answer 1

Answer:

Drawing the Lewis Structure for PO

In the Lewis structure of PO43- there are a total of 32 valence electrons. For the Lewis structure for PO4 3- you should take formal charges into account to find the best Lewis structure for the molecule. Remember, PO4 3- has a negative three charge on the molecule.

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Answer 2

Answer:

there will be 10 bonding e in Phosphate ion. have a look at below photo