Phosphide

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A phosphide ion is a phosphorus atom with three extra electrons and charge −3. A phosphide (compound) is a compound with phosphorus in oxidation state −3.

Examples

aluminium phosphide (AlP)
Indium phosphide (InP)
Calcium phosphide (Ca₃P₂)
Copper phosphide (Cu₃P)

See for a list.

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