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Which of the following compounds is formed by addition of mineral acid to an aqueous solution of borax?
A
Boron oxide
B
Orthoboric acid
C
Metaboric acid
D
Pyroboric acid
Solution
Addition of mineral acid to an aqueous solution of Borax, orthoboric acid is formed.
$\mathrm{Na}_{2} \mathrm{B}_{4} \mathrm{O}_{7}+2 \mathrm{HCl}+5 \mathrm{H}_{2} \mathrm{O} \rightarrow 4 \mathrm{H}_{3} \mathrm{BO}_{3}+2 \mathrm{NaCl}$
Hence, the correct answer is option B.
Standard 11
Chemistry