Question
Chemistry Question on p -Block Elements
Which is the correct statement for the given acids ?
A
Phosphinic acid is a monoprotic acid while phosphonic acid is a diprotic acid
B
Phosphinic acid is a diprotic acid while phosphonic acid is a monoprotic acid
C
Both are triprotic acids
D
Both are diprotic acids
Answer
Phosphinic acid is a monoprotic acid while phosphonic acid is a diprotic acid
Explanation
Solution
Phosphinic acid is a monoprotic acid as it contains one P-OH bond while phosphonic acid is a diprotic acid as it contains two P-OH bonds.