Question

What is the order of reducing character for $AsH_3, NH_3, PH_3$ (group $15$ hydrides)?

• A. $NH_3 > PH_3 > AsH_3$
• B. $PH_3> NH_3 > AsH_3$
• C. $AsH_3> PH_3 > NH_3$
• D. $NH_3 > AsH_3 > PH_3$

Answer 1

Answer: (C)

$AsH_3> PH_3 > NH_3$

Answer 2

The correct option is (C): $AsH_3> PH_3 > NH_3$