Group 15 phosphorus pentachloride

Phosphorus pentachloride (PCl5) is a chemical compound that belongs to the Group 15 elements of the periodic table, also known as the nitrogen group. The Group 15 elements include nitrogen (N), phosphorus (P), arsenic (As), antimony (Sb), and bismuth (Bi). PCl5 is a yellowish-white crystalline solid that is highly reactive and hygroscopic, meaning it readily…