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Can PCl5act as an oxidizing as well as a reducing agent? Justify.
Chemistryp Block Elements (Group 13 & 14)NEET
Options:
  • A Yes, because phosphorus can exhibit multiple oxidation states.
  • B No, because PCl5can only undergo reduction.
  • C Yes, because PCl5contains both oxidizing and reducing agents.
  • D No, because PCl5is a stable compound.
Solution:
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The correct answer is: Yes, because phosphorus can exhibit multiple oxidation states.
Correct Option is : (A)
Yes, because phosphorus can exhibit multiple oxidation states.

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