Understand Phosphorous Oxyacid: Get Answers Here

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The discussion centers on understanding phosphorous oxyacid, specifically its bonding and acid properties. Participants clarify that the silver precipitate in question is metallic silver, indicating a reduction process rather than silver hydroxide. There is a request for clarification on how bonding affects the acid's ability to donate protons (H+). Additionally, there is a suggestion to refer to textbooks for detailed information on the types of bonds present in phosphoric acids. Overall, the conversation seeks to deepen the understanding of the chemical behavior of phosphorous oxyacids.
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The silver precipitate is silver hydroxide. The acid is a diprotic acid. However, I don't really know how does the bonding effect it's ability to donate H+. Also what are the arrows in molecules 2, 3, 4? Can someone explain this to me.

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The silver precipitate is silver hydroxide.

No, it is metallic silver, so the silver was reduced.

Please check what your book says about phosphoric acids, it definitely must mention what kinds of bonds are present.
 
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