Boron and Carbon FamilyHardBloom L1

Question

An aqueous solution of borax is

Options

A.Neutral
B.Amphoteric
C.Basic
D.Acidic

Solution

Sol. An aqueous solution of borax Na2​B4​O7​ is basic in nature as it on hydrolysis produces H3​BO3​ (a weak aci) and NaOH (a strong base).

Na2​B4​O7 ​+ 7H2​O → 2NaOH + 4H3​BO3​

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