Question
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
P4O10 is not used to dehydrate ammonia because it reacts with ammonia forming ammonium phosphate.