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Published on: August 13, 2026
When orthophosphoric acid is heated to 
the product formed is
A
B
C
D
Text Solution
Verified by ExpertsThe correct answer is:
D
On heating, it gives pyrophosphoric acid at 525 
and metaphosphoric acid at 875 K.
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