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What is the range of the oxidation state shown by phosphorus in its oxoacids?

A
+1 to +3
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+1 to +5
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+2 to +4
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+1 to +2
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Solution

The correct option is B +1 to +5
Phosphorus forms oxoacids with a wide range of oxidation states where the oxidation state varies from +1 in hypophosphorus acid (H3PO2) to +5 in orthophosphoric acid (H3PO4).

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