Chemistry-(general)
NEET Chemistry (general) MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-numerical-Medium-Class 12
When phosphorus pentachloride (PCl5) is heated, it sublimes but decomposes at higher temperatures. What are the products formed when PCl5 decomposes on stronger heating?
A
PCl3 and Cl2
B
POCl3 and HCl
C
PCl3 and O2
D
PCl3 and POCl3
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
According to the NCERT context, phosphorus pentachloride decomposes on stronger heating to form phosphorus trichloride (PCl3) and chlorine gas (Cl2).
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