In the following reaction $P_4 + 3NaOH + 3H_2O \to PH_3 + 3NaH_2PO_2$,what happens to phosphorus?

  • A
    Phosphorus is oxidised
  • B
    Phosphorus is oxidised and reduced
  • C
    Phosphorus is reduced
  • D
    Sodium is oxidised

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