In the structure of P₄ O₁₀, the number of P-O-P bond(s) is ____. · ABC26IN0720
Subject: Inorganic Chemistry · Chapter: Main Group Elements · Topic: Main Group Elements – General · Exam: JAM 2005-2022 · Marks: 2 · Difficulty: Easy
In the structure of $\mathrm{P}_{4} \mathrm{O}_{10}$, the number of P-O-P bond(s) is ____.
Answer
Answer (as printed): 6
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Explanation
Answer: 6 — P₄O₁₀ has four PO₄ tetrahedra joined by six bridging oxygens (one along each edge of the P₄ tetrahedron): 6 P–O–P linkages (12 P–O bridge bonds), plus four terminal P=O.