Single Choice

In $$PO^{3-}_{4}$$ , the formal charge on each oxygen atom and the P-O bond order respectively are :

A-0.75, 0.6
B-0.75, 1.0
C-0.75, 1.25
Correct Answer
D-3, 1.25

Solution

Formal charge on oxygen atom $$=\dfrac{-3}{4}=-0.75$$

Bond order $$=\dfrac{\text{ Number of bonds}}{\text{ Number of resonating structures}}=\dfrac{5}{4} = 1.25$$

Therefore, option C is correct.

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