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Published on: August 11, 2026
Which of the following compound does not exist?
A
B
C
D
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Verified by ExpertsThe correct answer is:
A
All the elements of group 15 form trihalides and pentahalides of the type 
and 
except nitrogen which forms only trihalides. Moreover, nitrogen does not form pentahalides due to the absence of 
‐ orbitals in its valence shell.
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