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There is very little difference in acid strength in the series \[{{H}_{3}}P{{O}_{4}},\] \[{{H}_{3}}P{{O}_{3}},\] and \[{{H}_{3}}P{{O}_{2}}\] because [KCET 1990] |
| A. | Phosphorus in these acids exists in different oxidation states |
| B. | The hydrogen in these acids are not all bounded to the phosphorus |
| C. | Phosphorus is not a highly electronegative element |
| D. | Phosphorus oxides are less basic |
| Answer» C. Phosphorus is not a highly electronegative element | |