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Orthoboric acid

Question

Incorrect statement about orthoboric acid is

Easy

A

It has layered structure
B

It is sparingly soluble in water
C

It is soapy to touch
D

It is a tribasic acid

Solution

It is not a protic acid;
In aqueous solution it accepts a hydroxyl ion from water. Proton liberated is from water;
$B {(OH)}_{3} + H_{2} O \to {[B {(OH)}_{4}]}^{-} + H^{+};$

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