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Strong reducing behavior of H3PO2 is due to :

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a
low oxidation state of phosphorus
b
presence of two —OH groups and one P—H bond
c
presence of one —OH group and two P—H bonds
d
high electron gain enthalpy of phosphorus

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Correct option is C

strong reducing power of  H3PO2 is due to presence of one -OH group and two P-H bonds.so it has high tendency to release protons.


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