(CH3 C6 H4)3 PO4 is the chemical formula of__________________?

Correct answer: B. Tricresyl phosphate

  • A. Triple superphosphate
  • B. Tricresyl phosphate
  • C. Fluorapatite
  • D. Superphosphate

Explanation

The group CH3C6H4 is a cresyl group, and three such groups attached to phosphate give tricresyl phosphate, (CH3C6H4)3PO4. Superphosphates are calcium phosphate fertiliser mixtures, not this organophosphate compound.

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