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Question: Which statement regarding P<sub>4</sub>O<sub>10</sub> is incorrect ?...

Which statement regarding P4O10 is incorrect ?

A

In P4O10, every phosphorus is sp3 hybridised

B

P4O10 contains four dp – pp bonds

C

P4O10 is used to dehydrate ammonia

D

In P4O10, 6 P – O – P bonds are present

Answer

P4O10 is used to dehydrate ammonia

Explanation

Solution

4O10 is not used to dehydrate ammonia because it reacts with ammonia forming ammonium phosphate.