In each of the following question, a statement of Assertion (A) is given followed by a corresponding statement of Reason (R). Choose the correct answer as:
Assertion (A): P4 is more reactive than N2.
Reason (R): P—P single bond is much weaker compared to N≡N triple bond.
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 1
P4 has angular strain and all single bonds which are relatively weaker than N2(N≡N). Therefore phosphorous is more reactive.
Thus, Both Assertion and Reason are correct and Reason is the correct explanation for Assertion