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Question: In the following reaction : B (OH)3 + H2O\(\rightarrow\) [B(OH)4]– + H+:...

In the following reaction : B (OH)3 + H2O→\rightarrow [B(OH)4]– + H+:

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.

Answer

B(OH)3 is a Lewis acid.

Explanation

Solution

As boron completes it octet by accepting OH– from water molecule. Hence it acts as a Lewis acid.