Q. The pentavalence in phosphorus is more stable as compared to that of nitrogen even though they belong to the same group. It is due to
A) Inert nature of nitrogen
B) Reactivity of phosphorus
C) Larger size of phosphorus atom
D) Dissimilar electronic configuration
Explanation
(c)
Pentavalency in phosphorus is more stable than that of nitrogen due to the larger size of phosphorus atom
Reviewed by Dr. Abubacker
Physics Educator & NEET/JEE Specialist
Ph.D. in Physics with 19+ years of teaching experience.