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In the reaction PCl3+Cl2PCl5, which of the following is correct?
ChemistryRedox ReactionsNEET
Options:
  • A PCl3 is acting as a reductant.
  • B Cl2 is acting as a reductant.
  • C Both PCl3 and Cl2 are acting as reductants.
  • D Both PCl3 and Cl2 are acting as oxidants.
Solution:
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The correct answer is: PCl3 is acting as a reductant.
P+3Cl3+Cl02P+5Cl5

The oxidation state of P changing from +3 to +5 i.e. increase in oxidation number by +2 So PCl 3 is oxidized and hence PCl3 acts as a reductant.

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