Final answer:
Without the context of a complete equation, we cannot determine exactly how many moles of K3PO4 can be formed. However, based on typical stoichiometry of a reaction involving KOH and H3PO4, we would predict the formation of 1 mole of K3PO4 for every 3 moles of KOH and 1 mole of H3PO4 used. The correct option is C .
Step-by-step explanation:
To determine how many moles of K3PO4 (potassium phosphate) can be formed, we would typically need a balanced chemical equation or additional information about the reactants and their amounts. The question does not provide such information directly. However, drawing upon common chemistry principles, we can say that the number of moles that can be formed depends on the limiting reactant and the stoichiometry of the chemical reaction.
For example, if we presume a chemical reaction involving potassium hydroxide (KOH) and phosphoric acid (H3PO4) to produce potassium phosphate and water, the balanced chemical equation would look something like this:
3 KOH + H
3
PO
4
→ K
3
PO
4
+ 3 H
2
O
According to this balanced equation, three moles of KOH react with one mole of H3PO4 to produce one mole of K3PO4 and three moles of water. Hence, if all reactants were present in sufficient quantities, one mole of K3PO4 would be formed. Thus, option a. 1 mole would be correct.