UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist, Mains · 2019 · Mains Paper I
Q11(b). Amine oxide and phosphine oxide reactivity
Question
Consider trimethylamine oxide and trimethylphosphine oxide. Which of them is more reactive? Justify your answer.
Answer in brief
Trimethylamine oxide is generally more reactive towards oxygen transfer or bond cleavage; trimethylphosphine oxide is stabilised by its very strong P–O bond.
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All parts of Question 11
- 11(a) Selective sulfide precipitation15 marks
- 11(b) Amine oxide and phosphine oxide reactivity5 marks
- 11(c) Bronsted–Lowry concept10 marks