Chemistry-(general)
NEET Chemistry (general) MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Hard-Class 12
Which of the following combinations about the properties of nitrogen and phosphorus is correct?
A
Nitrogen forms a stable diatomic molecule, while phosphorus exists as P4; nitrogen exhibits less catenation than phosphorus.
B
Phosphorus does not show catenation properties; nitrogen and phosphorus have the same molecular forms.
C
Nitrogen can form pentahalides, while phosphorus cannot; both exist as diatomic molecules.
D
Phosphorus has a higher boiling point than nitrogen due to stronger hydrogen bonding in PH3.
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
According to the NCERT context, nitrogen exists as a diatomic molecule while phosphorus exists as P4, and nitrogen exhibits less catenation properties compared to phosphorus.
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