The strongest reducing agent among the following is :
- SbH3
- NH3
- BiH3
- PH3
Answer
(3) BiH3
Solution
Down group 15: atom size ↑ ⇒ E–H bond dissociation enthalpy ↓ ⇒ hydride gives up H more easily
⇒ reducing character: NH3 < PH3 < AsH3 < SbH3 < BiH3
∴ BiH3 is the strongest reducing agent
Answer: (3)