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Which of the following is a stronger base: $\mathrm{NH}_{3}$ or $\mathrm{PH}_{3} ?$ (Hint: The $\mathrm{N}-\mathrm{H}$ bond is stronger than the $\mathrm{P}-\mathrm{H}$ bond.
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Both nitrogen and phosphorus are in the same group in the periodic table, but the $\mathrm{N}-\mathrm{H}$ bond is stronger than the $\mathrm{P}-\mathrm{H}$ bond. Show more…
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