P-Block Elements Ques 319
Question: With reference to protonic acids, which of the following statements is correct
[CPMT 1990]
Options:
A) $ PH_3 $ is more basic than $ NH_3 $
B) $ PH_3 $ is less basic than $ NH_3 $
C) $ PH_3 $ is equally basic as $ NH_3 $
D) $ PH_3 $ is amphoteric while $ NH_3 $ is basic
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Answer:
Correct Answer: B
Solution:
$ PH_3 $ is less basic because lone pair is not easily available for donation.
