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White P reacts with caustic soda, the product are \[P{{H}_{3}}\] and\[Na{{H}_{2}}P{{O}_{2}}\]. This reaction is a example of

A)  hydrolysis          

B)         reduction          

C)         disproportionation        

D)  neutralization

Correct Answer: C

Solution :

This reaction is an example of disproportionation reaction, i.e., the reaction in which oxidation and reduction take place simultaneously.