Explain the following observations giving appropriate reasons: (i) The stability of +5 oxidation state decreases down the group in group 15 of the periodic table. (ii) Solid phosphorus pentachloride behaves as an ionic compound. (iii) Halogens are strong oxidizing agents.

Explain the following observations giving appropriate reasons: (i) The stability of +5 oxidation state decreases down the group in group 15 of the periodic table. (ii) Solid phosphorus pentachloride behaves as an ionic compound. (iii) Halogens are strong oxidizing agents.

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Explain the following observations giving appropriate reasons:

(i) The stability of +5 oxidation state decreases down the group in group 15 of the periodic table.

(ii) Solid phosphorus pentachloride behaves as an ionic compound.

(iii) Halogens are strong oxidizing agents.

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