The P Block Elements - Result Question 16
####16. The structural formula of hypophosphorous acid is
[1997] (a)
(c)
(b)
(d)
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Solution:
- (a) We know that empirical formula of hypophosphorus acid is $H_3 PO_2$. In this only one ionisable hydrogen atom is present i.e. it is monobasic. Therefore option (a) is correct structural formula of it.
