Chemistry-(general)

NEET Chemistry (general) MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-diagram based-Medium-Class 12

Consider a diagram showing the molecular structure of an oxoacid of phosphorus where phosphorus is tetrahedrally surrounded by other atoms. Which of the following bonds is NOT typically present in such oxoacids when phosphorus has an oxidation state of +3?

Question diagram
A

P=O bond

B

P–OH bond

C

P–H bond

D

P–P bond

Correct Answer

Option D

Detailed Explanation

Oxoacids of phosphorus with an oxidation state of +3 contain P=O and P–OH bonds, and may contain P–H bonds but not P–P bonds. This is noted in Chunk 4 of the provided NCERT context.

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