What is phosphyl?

Phosphyl, also known as phosphinyl or phosphanyl oxide, is a chemical compound consisting of one phosphorus atom, one oxygen atom, and one hydrogen atom. Its chemical formula is H3PO, and its molecular weight is 49.98 g/mol. Phosphyl is a reactive and toxic gas that is mainly used in the manufacturing of pesticides, fungicides, and herbicides. It can also be used as a phosphorylating reagent in organic synthesis. Phosphyl has a trigonal pyramidal molecular geometry, with an angle of approximately 107 degrees between the oxygen and hydrogen atoms. It is soluble in non-polar solvents such as benzene and hexane. Although it has some practical applications, phosphyl is not commonly encountered in nature or everyday life.