Nitrogen forms $NCl_3$ whereas phosphorus forms both $PCl_3$ and $PCl_5$. Why?

  • A
    $P$ has orbitals that can be used in bonding,but $N$ does not have $3d$ orbitals in its valence shell.
  • B
    The size of the $N$ atom is larger than the $P$ atom.
  • C
    Phosphorus is more reactive towards chlorine than $N$.
  • D
    None of these.

Explore More

Similar Questions

$A$ metal $(X)$ dissolves in both dilute $HCl$ and dilute $NaOH$ to liberate $H_2$ gas. Addition of $NH_4Cl$ and excess $NH_4OH$ to an $HCl$ solution of $(X)$ produces $(Y)$ as a precipitate. $(Y)$ is also produced by adding $NH_4Cl$ to the $NaOH$ solution of $(X)$. The species $(X)$ and $(Y)$,respectively,are:

Identify the correct statement.

Which of the following acids forms two series of salts?

The most stable trihalide of nitrogen is ..... .

The element with atomic number $33$ belongs to which group of the periodic table?

Vedclass Products

For Students

Vedclass Test Series

Mock tests in real JEE/NEET style with performance analysis. 5-day free trial.

Start Free Trial
For Teachers

Exam Paper Generator

Generate Set A/B/C/D exam papers from 7.5L+ questions in 2 minutes. 3 chapters free.

Try Free
For Institutes

Online Exam Module

Live online exams with unlimited students, 360° analytics & white-label branding.

See Demo