Question

In $P_4{O}_6$, the number of $P-O$ bonds and number of lone pairs on $P$ are:

• A. 12 and 4
• B. 8 and 8
• C. 12 and 16
• D. 12 and 12

Answer 1

Answer: (A)

12 and 4

The structure of $P_4{O}_6$ is shown in the figure.

Hence, according to the structure we have $12$ P-O bonds and $4$ lone pairs on P atom.

Hence, the correct option is A.