6. Which of the following statements about Hypophosphorous acid is incorrect? a) It is also called phosphonic acid b) The oxidation state of phosphorus is +1 c) It is monobasic d) It is represented by the formula H3PO2
Answer: a Explanation: The oxoacid of phosphorus hypophosphorous acid, commonly known as phosphinic acid, has a phosphorus oxidation state of +1. In nature, it is monobasic, meaning it dissociates into one hydrogen ion. H3PO2 is the chemical formula for it.
