A group 15 element, which is a metal and forms a hydride with strongest reducing power among group 15 hydrides. The element is: 3 (A) As (B) Sb (C) Bi (D) P

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A group 15 element, which is a metal and forms a hydride with strongest reducing power among group 15 hydrides. The element is: 3

(A) As
(B) Sb
(C) Bi
(D) P

Prashant Kotian · Accepted Answer

Correct answer: C) BI. BiH is strongest reducing agent among the hydrides of 15 group elements as Bi - H bond dissociation energy is very less.

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