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P — P single bond in P4 molecule is much weaker
(213 kJ mol-1) than N ≡ N triple bond (941.4 kJ mol-1) in N2.
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Explanation:
Statement I: N2 is less reactive than P4.
This statement means that nitrogen molecule is less reactive than phosphorus molecule.
Statement II: Nitrogen has more electron gain enthalpy than phosphorus.
This statement means that nitrogen has a greater tendency to gain an electron than phosphorus.
The correct answer is C because Statement I is true but Statement II is false. The reason for this is that electron gain enthalpy is not the only factor that determines the reactivity of an element or molecule. Other factors such as bond energy, electronegativity, and steric hindrance also play a role.
In this case, the bond energy of the N2 molecule is higher than that of the P4 molecule, which makes it less reactive. Additionally, the steric hindrance of the N2 molecule is greater than that of the P4 molecule, which also contributes to its lower reactivity.
Therefore, while Statement II is true in terms of electron gain enthalpy, it is not the correct explanation for why Statement I is true. The correct explanation is based on other factors such as bond energy and steric hindrance.
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3rd period atoms have more EGE than 2nd period thats why reason is wrong