MCAT Question of the Day
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    Q:

    		 Phosphorus had 3 allotropes: red, white, and black. White is most reactive due in large part to having 60 degree bonds in a tetrahedral formation. Which of the following best explains the reason for the bond angle increasing reactivity?
    		 

    A

    		 60 degree angles are energetically favorable, making the allotrope less stable and thus more reactive.

    B

    		 60 degree angles are energetically unfavorable, making the allotrope less stable and thus more reactive.

    C

    		 60 degree angles are energetically favorable, making the allotrope more stable and thus more reactive.

    D

    		 60 degree angles are energetically unfavorable, making the allotrope more stable and thus more reactive.



    Atomic & Electronic Structure | Molecular Bonding |
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