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Why is P4S3 a covalent bond?

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Phosphorus sesquisulfide, free from yellow and white phosphorus appears as a yellow crystalline solid. Easily ignited by friction. Forms sulfur dioxide and phosphorus pentaoxide during combustion. Reacts with water to form phosphoric acid, a corrosive material. Used to make matches and in the manufacture of other chemicals.

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It’s a covalent bond because there are 2 elements combined to make one
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