KCET2021Chemistryp Block Elements (Group 15, 16, 17 & 18)
Which of the following property is true for the given sequence? NH ₃> PH ₃> AsH ₃> SbH ₃> BiH ₃ ?
Options
- AReducing property
- BThermal stability
- CBond angle
- DAcidic character
Correct answer
B. Thermal stability
Step-by-step solution
Thermal stability of the hydrides of nitrogen family decreases down the group as NH ₃> PH ₃> AsH ₃> SbH ₃> BiH ₃ Because on moving down the group size increase (from N to Bi). As a result, bond strength decreases.