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`N_2` forms `NCl_3` whereas `P` can form both `PCl_3` and `PCl_5`. Why ?

A

P has d - orbitas which can be used for bonding but `N_(2)` does not have

B

N atom is larger than P in size

C

P is more reactive towards Cl than N

D

None of the above

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    A
    due to absence of d-orbitals in nitrogen
    B
    due to difference in size of N and P
    C
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    D
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    A
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    A
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    B
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    C
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    D
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