The chemical formula for lithium phosphide is Li3P. Which best describes this ionic compound? 
Lithium ions have 1 positive charge, and phosphorus ions have 3 negative charges. 
Lithium ions have 3 positive charges, and phosphorus ions have 1 negative charge. 
Lithium ions have 1 negative charge, and phosphorus ions have 3 positive charges. 
Lithium ions have 3 negative charges, and phosphorus ions have 1 positive charge.