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2009 · Shift 1 · Q6
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P Block Elements question

2009 · Shift 1 · Q6

JEE AdvancedChemistryP Block ElementsMCQ+3 / −1
The reaction of P 4{}_44​ with X leads selectively to P 4{}_44​ O 6{}_66​. The X is
  1. A
    Dry O 2{}_22​.
  2. B
    A mixture of O 2{}_22​ and N 2{}_22​.
  3. C
    Moist O 2{}_22​.
  4. D
    O 2{}_22​ in the presence of aqueous NaOH.
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Correct answer: B

  1. Identify the product required

    We need the reagent/condition XXX such that: P4→XP4O6P_4 \xrightarrow{X} P_4O_6P4​X​P4​O6​

    P4O6P_4O_6P4​O6​ is phosphorus(III) oxide (formed when phosphorus burns in a limited supply of oxygen).

  2. Recall the relevant reactions of phosphorus with oxygen

    • In excess oxygen: P4+5O2→P4O10P_4 + 5O_2 \rightarrow P_4O_{10}P4​+5O2​→P4​O10​
    • In limited oxygen: P4+3O2→P4O6P_4 + 3O_2 \rightarrow P_4O_6P4​+3O2​→P4​O6​

    So, to obtain P4O6P_4O_6P4​O6​ selectively, oxygen must be available in a restricted amount, not in excess.

  3. Evaluate each option

    Option A: Dry O2O_2O2​

    Pure dry oxygen provides abundant oxygen. Phosphorus burns vigorously and tends to form the higher oxide: P4O10P_4O_{10}P4​O10​ So this is not selective for P4O6P_4O_6P4​O6​.

    Option B: A mixture of O2O_2O2​ and N2N_2N2​

    Mixing O2O_2O2​ with inert N2N_2N2​ effectively dilutes oxygen, creating a limited oxygen atmosphere. Under such controlled oxygen supply, phosphorus forms: P4O6P_4O_6P4​O6​ Hence this option is correct.

    Option C: Moist O2O_2O2​

    Moisture is not suitable because phosphorus oxides can undergo hydrolysis, and oxygen is still available. This will not selectively give pure P4O6P_4O_6P4​O6​.

    Option D: O2O_2O2​ in the presence of aqueous NaOH

    In aqueous/basic medium, phosphorus and its oxides can undergo side reactions/disproportionation or hydrolysis. This is not a condition for selective formation of P4O6P_4O_6P4​O6​.

  4. Conclusion

    The correct condition is a diluted oxygen atmosphere, i.e. a mixture of O2O_2O2​ and N2N_2N2​.

    Therefore, the correct answer is: B\boxed{\text{B}}B​

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