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Which of the following is incorrect about Hypophosphorous acid? |
It is also called phosphonic acid The oxidation state of phosphorus is +1 It is monobasic It is represented by the formula H3PO2 |
It is also called phosphonic acid |
The correct answer is option 1. It is also called phosphonic acid. Hypophosphorous acid, also known as phosphinic acid, is an oxoacid of phosphorus in which, the oxidation state of phosphorus is +1. It is monobasic in nature, that is, it dissociates to produce one hydrogen ion. It is represented by the formula H3PO2. |