Statement I : White phosphorus is more reactive than red phosphorus. |
Statement II : Red phosphorus consists of \[{{P}_{4}}\]tetrahedral units linked to one another to form linear chains. |
A) Statement I is true; Statement B is true; Statement B is not a correct explanation for Statement I,
B) Statement I is true; Statement II is false.
C) Statement I is false; Statement II is true.
D) Statement I is true; Statement II is true; Statements is the correct explanation for Statement I.
Correct Answer: A
Solution :
White phosphorus exists as P^ tetrahedral molecule having P-P-P bond angle \[60{}^\circ \]. Hence, the molecule is under strain and more reactive. On the other hand, red phosphorus exists as \[{{\text{P}}_{\text{4}}}\] tetrahedral units which are joined together through covalent bonds giving polymeric structure.You need to login to perform this action.
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