The basicity of H3PO4 is:

Correct answer: C. 3

  • A. 1
  • B. 2
  • C. 3
  • D. 4

Explanation

Basicity means the number of replaceable hydrogen atoms. H3PO4 = 3H+ + PO4- For hydrogen to be acidic, it must be attached to a strongly electronegative atom. Here it is attached to 3 oxygen. Hence the basicity of H3PO4 is 3.

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