Question
Question: The high reactivity and low volatility of white phosphorous is due to :...
The high reactivity and low volatility of white phosphorous is due to :
A
Tetrahedrally arranged P4 units
B
Bond angle of 60 degrees increases steric (strain) factor
C
Weak van der Waals forces of attraction
D
Both (2) and (3)
Answer
Bond angle of 60 degrees increases steric (strain) factor
Explanation
Solution
Has angle strain
® sp3 (normal tetrahedral bond angle is 109.50)