$NH_3$ has a much higher boiling point than $PH_3$ because

  • A
    $NH_3$ has a larger molecular weight
  • B
    $NH_3$ undergoes umbrella inversion
  • C
    $NH_3$ forms hydrogen bond
  • D
    $NH_3$ contains ionic bonds whereas $PH_3$ contains covalent bonds

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