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On heating with concentration NaOH solution in an inert atmosphere of `CO_2`, white phosphorous gives a gas. Which of the following statement is incorrect about the gas ?

A

Its solution in water decomposes in the presence of light

B

It is highly poisonous and has small like rotten fish

C

It is more basic than `NH_3`

D

It is less basic than `NH_3`

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The correct Answer is:
C
`P_4 + 3NaOH + 3H_2O to PH_3 + 3NaH_2PO_2`
Ammonia is more basic than phosphine
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