Phosphorus(III) oxide
Phosphorus(III) oxide, also known as phosphorus trioxide, is a chemical compound. Its chemical formula is P2O3 or P4O6. It contains phosphorus in its +3 oxidation state. It contains phosphorus and oxide ions.
Properties
It is a white, waxy solid that can absorb water. It reacts with water to make phosphorous acid. It reacts with hydrochloric acid to make phosphorus trichloride and phosphorous acid. It is a reducing agent. It is toxic and has a garlic-like odor.
Preparation
It is made by burning phosphorus in a little air. This is the source of many phosphorus compounds.
Uses
It can attach to certain transition metals.
Phosphorus(III) Oxide Media
Reaction of phosphoprus trioxide with ozone
Structure of P4O6·Fe(CO)4.
An adduct of phosphorus oxide with BH3, formed by reacting phosphorus trioxide with dimethyl sulfide-borane complex in toluene solution at 244K
