Hello Aspirant,
The solution is as follows:
PCL3 + 3C2H5OH ------> 3C2H5CL + H3PO3
Option C
Explanation:
1) It can act as a reducing agent: Correct
2) It is basic acid: Correct
3) It has a pyramidal shape: Wrong
4). The oxidation state of phosphorus is + 3: Correct
It has a tetrahedral shape, not pyramidal, due to the absence of lone pair.
I hope this helps!
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