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NEST2022Chemistryp Block Elements (Group 15, 16, 17 & 18)

Hydrolysis of PCl ₃ in the presence of moisture gives the compound X along with fumes of HCl . On heating, X disproportionates to give compound Y and phosphine. On heating, Y gives compound Z and water. The correct statement is

Options

  1. AThe oxidation states of phosphorus in X , Y and Z are +3,+4 and +5 , respectively
  2. BThe geometry around phosphorus in X , Y and Z is tetrahedral.
  3. CAmong X , Y and Z , the compounds Y and Z are reducing agents.
  4. DThe basicities of X and Y are same.

Correct answer

B. The geometry around phosphorus in X , Y and Z is tetrahedral.

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