Chemistry: The Central Science (13th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 0321910419
ISBN 13: 978-0-32191-041-7

Chapter 2 - Atoms, Molecules, and Ions - Exercises - Page 76: 2.53d

Answer

Molecular formula: PF$_{3}$ Structural formula: PF$_{3}$

Work Step by Step

The problem shows a phosphorus atom bonded to three fluorine atoms, therefore the structural formula is PF$_{3}$. Counting up the total number of each atoms gives you one phosphorus atom and three fluorine atoms, therefore the molecular formula is PF$_{3}$.
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