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In PO₄³-, the formal charge on each oxygen atom and the P–O bond order respectively are:

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For resonance-stabilized ions: • Bond order = (sum of bond orders)/(number of bonds) • Formal charge is averaged over equivalent atoms
Updated On: Mar 19, 2026
  • \(-0.75,\;0.6\)
  • \(-0.75,\;1.0\)
  • \(-0.75,\;1.25\)
  • -3,1.25
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The Correct Option is C

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