wiz-icon
MyQuestionIcon
MyQuestionIcon
1
You visited us 1 times! Enjoying our articles? Unlock Full Access!
Question

Which of the following options is incorrect about white phosphorous?

A
It has tetrahedral structure
No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!
B
Four P-P single bonds are present
Right on! Give the BNAT exam to get a 100% scholarship for BYJUS courses
C
Four lone pairs of electrons are present
No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!
D
PPP angle is 60
No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!
Open in App
Solution

The correct option is B Four P-P single bonds are present
P4 is called white phophorus. It is a tetrahedral molecule with six P-P bonds.

flag
Suggest Corrections
thumbs-up
0
Join BYJU'S Learning Program
similar_icon
Related Videos
thumbnail
lock
Phosphorus
CHEMISTRY
Watch in App
Join BYJU'S Learning Program
CrossIcon