Question
Chemistry Question on p -Block Elements
Diborane (B2H6) reacts independently with O2 and H2O to produce, respectively
A
HBO2 and H3BO3
B
H3BO3 and B2O3
C
B2O3 and H3BO3
D
B2O3 and [BH4]−
Answer
B2O3 and H3BO3
Explanation
Solution
B2H6+3H2O−>2H3BO3+3H2
B2H6+302−>B2O3+3H2O