p-Block elementsHard
Question
In the following reaction : B (OH)3 + H2O → [B(OH)4]- + H+:
Options
A.B(OH)3 is a Lewis acid.
B.B(OH)3 is a Lewis base.
C.B(OH)3 is amphoteric.
D.none is correct.
Solution
As boron completes it octet by accepting OH- from water molecule. Hence it acts as a Lewis acid.
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