Can phosphorus with outer electronic configuration $3s^{2} 3p^{3}$ form $PH_{5}$?

  • A
    Yes,because it has $5$ valence electrons.
  • B
    No,because the high energy required for $PH_{5}$ formation is not compensated.
  • C
    Yes,because it can expand its octet.
  • D
    No,because phosphorus is a non-metal.

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