Why does NH₃ have a much higher boiling point than PH₃?
Correct answer D. NH₃ molecules are linked by hydrogen bonds
Explanation
Nitrogen is small and highly electronegative, so N–H···N hydrogen bonds form between NH₃ molecules. Phosphorus is too large and not electronegative enough, so PH₃ has only weak dipole and London forces.
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