Question:

$PCl_3$ reacts with water to form

Updated On: Jun 15, 2024
  • $PH_3$
  • $H_3PO_3, HCl$
  • $POCl_3$
  • $H_3PO_4$
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The Correct Option is B

Solution and Explanation

$PCl_3$ is easily hydrolysed by water to give $POCl_3$
and finally it gives $H_3PO_3$ and HC1.
$\, \, \, \, \, \, \, PCl_3 + H_2O \, \longrightarrow\, POCI_3 + 2HCI $
$\, \, \, POCl_3 + 3H_2O \, \longrightarrow\, H_3PO_3 + 3HCI $
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