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Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Chemistry

Chapter

Inorganic: P Block Elements

Question:

Which of the following is not true about phosphine?

Options:

Phosphine is a colorless gas

Phosphine has a rotten fish smell

Phosphine is inflammable

Phosphine is highly poisonous

Correct Answer:

Phosphine is inflammable

Explanation:

Phosphine is a colorless gas with rotten fish smell and is highly poisonous. In pure state, phosphine is non-flammable but becomes inflammable owing to the presence of P2H4 or White phosphorous (P4) vapours.