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`P_(4)+NaOH+H_(2)O rarr NaH_(2)PO_(3)+PH_(3)` isA. oxidation reactionB. reduction reactionC. both oxidation abnd reduction reactionD. none fo these

Answer» Correct Answer - C
In this reaction, the oxidation number of P is incresasing from 0 (in `P_4`) to +3 (in `NaH_2PO_3`) as well decreasing from `0` (in `P_4`) to `-3` (in `PH_3`) Thus, it is a redox reaction. In fact, it is a disproportionation reaction.


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