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Which compound is a pnictogen hydride and is colourless and highly toxic?
APhosphine, PH3
BMethane, CH4
CHydrogen sulfide
DHydrogen chloride
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. Phosphine, PH3
PH3 is a flammable, toxic hydride of the group 15 element phosphorus.
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