Question

How many numbers of P—O—H and P—O—P bonds are present in pyrophosphoric acid respectively?

Options

• 4, 1

• 3, 3

• 4, 3

• 3, 1

Answer 1

4, 1

Explanation:

In pyrophosphoric acid, the number of P—O—H and P—O—P bonds respectively are 4 and 1.

Pyrophosphoric acid is also known as diphosphoric acid, is the inorganic compound with the formula H₄P₂O₇.