Chemistry - CHEMICAL BONDING Question with Solution | TestHub

The properties of white phosphorus (P₄) can be understood through its discrete tetrahedral structure:

Structure: It consists of P₄ molecules forming a symmetrical tetrahedron, where each phosphorus atom is covalently bonded to three others.

Bond Angles: Each face of the tetrahedron is an equilateral triangle, resulting in six $60^{\circ }$ bond angles (not 8).

Intermolecular Forces: Since it is a non-polar covalent molecule, P₄ molecules are held together by London dispersion forces in the solid state.

Statements (A), (C), and (D) are correct, while (B) is incorrect due to the count of angles.