P-Block Elements Ques 346
Question: The pentavalence in phosphorus is more stable as compared to that of nitrogen even though they belong to the same group. It is due to
[KCET 2002]
Options:
A) Inert nature of nitrogen
B) Reactivity of phosphorus
C) Larger size of phosphorus atom
D) Dissimilar electronic configuration
Show Answer
Answer:
Correct Answer: C
Solution:
Pentavalency in phosphorus is more stable that of nitrogen due to large size of phosphorus atom.
