Choose the INCORRECT Statement About Boron

question 82

Multiple Choice

Choose the INCORRECT statement about boron.

• A) Boron is the only nonmetal in group 13 (3A)
• B) Many boron compounds are electron deficient
• C) Borax actually contains no boron
• D) Diborane B₂H₆ has three center-two atom bonds
• E) The best formula for boric acid is B(OH)₃

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