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when pcl3 reacts with ethanol it produces an oxoacid of phosphorous. wrong statement regarding that oxoacid is A) it can act as reducing agent B) it is and is basic acid C) it has a pyramid all shape D) the oxidation state of phosphorus is + 3
Answer (1)
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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