JEE Main Chemistry question

The non-metal which is not affected by NaOH:

(A)CCorrect
(B)Si
(C)P
(D)S

Answer: (A)

Solution

Carbon does not react with NaOH solution under ordinary conditions. In contrast, silicon reacts with hot NaOH to liberate hydrogen (forming silicate), white phosphorus

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