What is not an appropriate method of making phosphoric acid? A)PH₃(g)+ 2 O₂(g)→ H₃PO₄(l) B)PCl₅(s)+ 4 H₂O(l)→ H₃PO₄(aq)+ 5 HCl(aq) C)P₄O₁₀(s)+ 6 H₂O(l)→ 4 H₃PO₄(aq) D)P₄(s)+ 16 H₂O(l)→ 4 H₃PO₄(aq)+ 2 H₂(g)

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Option D shows a reaction that is not feasible for the production of phosphoric acid. The reaction shown in option D only produces water and does not involve any phosphorus compound, therefore not suitable for making phosphoric acid. Options A, B, and C involve phosphorus compounds and are feasible methods for producing phosphoric acid.

What Is Not an Appropriate Method of Making Phosphoric Acid