Chemistry, asked by danitanvi, 1 year ago

Why does NH3 have a much higher boiling point than PH3?

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Answered by Shivendra1111
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it depends on Nitrogen and phosphorus!!!!
Answered by kajal194
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Although PH3 is a larger molecule with greater dispersion forces than ammonia,NH3 has very strong and polar N-H bonds leading to strong hydrogen bonding. This dominates the intermolecular force and results in a greater attraction between NH3 than the PH3 molecules.

danitanvi: Thanks a lot, Kajal! It is a very nice explanation
kajal194: Its ok.Ur always welcome...
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