In $P_{4} O_{6}$ , the number of $P - O$ bonds and number of lone pairs on $P$ are:

12 and 4

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8 and 8

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12 and 16

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12 and 12

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Solution

The correct option is B 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.

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