PO43− is a stable ion of phosphorous. Using Lewis structures, exp...

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NO₄³⁻ ion does not exist because N has a high electronegativity.

NO₄³⁻ ion does not exist because N cannot have an expanded octet.

NO₄³⁻ ion does not exist because N cannot be stable with a charge of −3.

NO₄³⁻ ion does not exist because N atom is too small and cannot accommodate four O atoms around it.

PO43− is a stable ion of phosphorous. Using Lewis structures, explain why NO43− does not exist even though N and P are from the same group.