pBlock ElementsII - Result Question 37
####37. Amongst the trihalides of nitrogen, which one is least basic?
(a)
(b)
(c)
(d)
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Answer:
Correct Answer: 37. (a)
Solution:
- The electron withdrawing inductive effect of halogen decreases electron density on nitrogen, lowers basic strength. Since, fluorine is most electronegative,
