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On heatingwith concentratedNaOH solution in an inert atmosphere of CO_(2) white phorusgivesa gas . Which of the following statementsis incorrect about the gas ?

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It ismore basicthan `NH_(3)`
Its solution in water decomposes in the presence of light
It is LESS basic than `NH_(3)`
It is highly poisonnous and has smell like rotten fish .

Solution :`P_(4) +3NOH+3H_(2)O overset (Delta) underset (CO_(2)) to 3NaH_(2)PO_(2)underset ("Phosphine")( +PH_(3) uarr)`
`PH_(3)`is less basic than `NH_(3)` as the electron DENSITY is diffused over the LARGER phosphorus atom .


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