JEE Main 2026 · 8 Apr · Shift 2 · Chemistry Q59

ChemistrySingle correct+4 / -1Question 59 of 75

Find the correct statements related to group 15 hydrides.

A. Reducing nature increases from $\ce{NH3}$ to $\ce{BiH3}$

B. Tendency to donate lone pair of electrons decreases from $\ce{NH3}$ to $\ce{BiH3}$

C. The stability of hydrides decreases from $\ce{NH3}$ to $\ce{BiH3}$

D. HEH bond angle decreases from $\ce{NH3}$ to $\ce{SbH3}$ (E = Elements of group 15)

Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

A and B only

B and C only

A, B, C and D

A, C and D Only

Answer and worked solution

Official answer: C

Down group 15 (NH₃ to BiH₃):

All four are correct.

(C)

Topics:Group 15

JEE Main 2026 · 8 Apr · Shift 2, Chemistry question 59